Which Fords have timing chains?
Ford Focus
You’ll be pleased to know that the latest Ford Focus has a timing chain.
How long do Ford timing chains last?
between 80,000 and 120,000 miles
When does a timing chain need to be replaced? The timing chain normally needs to be replaced between 80,000 and 120,000 miles unless there is a specific problem. Issues with the chain are common in higher mileage vehicles.
Does Ford use timing belts or chains?
Ford opted for timing chains due to the precision and durability required for its more modern performance motors. If you have an older Mustang, you won’t be able to switch out your timing belt for a timing chain, the engine simply isn’t designed for it.
How much is it to change a timing chain?
Typical costs: Hiring a mechanic to replace a timing chain typically costs $300-$1,000, depending on the make and model of the vehicle, its age and whether the work is performed at a dealership or an independent shop. Purchased separately, a timing chain typically costs $50-$250 or more.
Is it OK to replace timing chain on Ford engine?
Chains are longer lived than most timing belts, and there are no recommended chain replacement intervals published by Ford for these engines. Even so, timing chains do stretch with age and may cause noise, retarded valve timing and/or ignition timing.
How often should timing belts and chains be replaced?
Timing belt and chain replacement is one service that isn’t going away any time soon. Most Ford engines with overhead cam timing belts have a recommended replacement interval of 60,000 miles to 120,000 miles depending on the application (see the chart on page 54).
How many miles is the timing belt on a Ford?
There is almost no accessibility to a couple of the bolts that attach the mount to engine. Though Ford hasn’t made the Probe for several years, there are still a lot of them on the road and many have well over 100,000 miles on the original timing belt.
What happens if the timing belt snaps on a Ford?
The consequences of a timing belt failure on a Ford depend on the application. Fortunately for many Ford owners, there is enough clearance between the valves and the pistons so no harm will come to the engine if the belt snaps.