Does a Ford Transit Connect have a Cambelt?
The 2015 ford transit connect timing has a chain. The 2015 transit CONNECT with the 1.6 tdci engine has a CAMBELT.
When should you change the Cambelt on a Ford transit?
The Ford service guide recommends replacing the cam belt at 150,000 miles, but The Ford Transit Connect owners website has many people suggesting that it is replaced at 100,000 or sooner.
Does a 2009 Ford Flex have a timing belt or chain?
The 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a timing chain.
Does 2009 Ford Focus have timing belt?
The 2009 Ford Focus does have a timing chain. The coolant needs to be changed every 60,000 miles or so.
What is the best year for Ford transit Connect?
2017, 2018, and 2019 model years are all winners The newer the better, as most vehicle generations do get better with age. The 2017 Ford Transit will be a better deal. But if you want more techie options a 2019 van will be more up your alley.
Which Transit Connect engine is best?
Ford offers the Transit Connect with a good choice of 1.5-litre EcoBlue diesel engines, which span 75PS to 120PS. There is also pretty decent petrol option, in the form the of the 100PS 1.0-litre EcoBoost.
Is the 2009 Ford Focus a good car?
The 2009 Ford Focus is a good value, but those in the market for a refined compact sedan or performance-oriented coupe should look elsewhere.
How many miles will a Ford Transit Connect last?
If you take care of the vehicle, your Ford Transit van can last as long as 160,000-300,000 miles. While testing the Transit before its release into the market, Ford estimated its service life at 150,000 miles. However, some drivers have claimed that Transit vans can last longer than that.
Which Ford Transit engine is best?
Which Ford Transit engine is best? Both the original 2.2-litre and the later 2.0-litre engines offer a good driving experience – but though the 2.0-litre motors have been experiencing some issues (see the Reliability section), they are also more refined and have greater low-down torque.
Why does my Ford Transit not have a cam belt?
The AA instantly said it was down to the cam belt; however, my local garage who fitted a new belt six months ago say its another chain in the engine. All the valves are bent and no.3 piston is cracked.
Is the timing belt on a Ford Transit 2.0 EcoBlue?
It may not be a common problem, but we are aware of quite a few of the Ford Transit 2.0 EcoBlue engines having timing belt failure or being informed that their timing belt has snapped. The engine actually runs two belts, one to drive the camshafts and another to drive the oil pump, situated in the sump.
What kind of camshaft does Ford Transit 2.0 have?
The Ford EcoBlue 2.0 TDCi engine as fitted in the Ford Transit/Ford Transit Custom has a belt driven, double overhead camshaft design. The valves are operated via rocker arms from the camshaft, with hydraulic lash adjusters.
What does a cambelt on a Ford do?
Ford Cambelts The cambelt (also known as a toothed/timing belt) and tensioner pulleys ensure that all the moving engine components, such as the pistons and valves, are synchronised and keep the belt at the correct tension, avoiding any unwanted contact with each other. Call Our Ford Parts Team today on 01925 651111 for all your Ford Parts.