Yes , according to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etc. ) it is NOT an
interference engine
A 2000 Ford Contour ( in North America ) Has either a 2.0 litre four cylinder or a 2.5 litre V6 engine
The 2.0 L - DOHC - 4 cylinder engine in a 2000 Ford Contour has a timing belt
I believe the Ford Escort 1.9L engine is non-interference.
( No ) the 2.5 liter V6 engine in a 2000 Ford Contour has ( 2 timing CHAINS , 1 CHAIN to each cylinder head )
On a 2000 Ford Contour : The 2.0 litre four cylinder engine has a timing BELT * the scheduled maintenance guide shows to inspect the belt at 120,000 miles
I was looking at the 1998 and 2000 Contour SVT supplements and in both it shows the 2.5 liter V6 engine
it is located where the transmission is and is very easy to change. on a 2000 ford contour that is.
A Ford Taurus and Contour are a couple. (1997 Taurus with the 3.0 liter engine & 2000 Contour with the 2.8 liter engine)
Check for fuel and spark.
The weight of a Ford Contour will vary depending on the year and model of the Contour. A 2000 Ford Contour has a curb weight of 3,126 pounds.
most snapped timing belts will in most cases cause engine damage,the only exception would be a freewheeling engine were valve to piston contact would be minimal an interference type engine would cause damage.
According to the 2000 Ford Contour Owner Guide : With engine oil filter change : The 2.0 litre four cylinder engine takes ( 4.25 litres / 4.5 US. quarts ) The 2.5 litre V6 engine takes ( 5.5 litres / 5.8 US. quarts )