I believe the Explorer does NOT use a timing belt, but rather a timing chain
On a 2002 Ford Explorer : The 4.6 liter V8 engine has ( 1 timing CHAIN to each cylinder head , so there are 2 timing CHAINS )
The timing marks for a 2002 Ford Explorer are located on the timing chain and cam shaft sprocket. They must be aligned with each other to set the initial timing.
In a 2002 Ford Explorer : The 4.0 liter V6 engine has ( 3 timing CHAINS ) The 4.6 liter V8 engine has ( 2 timing CHAINS )
In a 2002 Ford Ranger : The 2.3 liter DOHC four cylinder engine has a timing CHAIN
On a Ford Explorer : The 1996 to 2001 , 5.0 litre V8 engine has ( 1 timing CHAIN ) The 2002 and newer , 4.6 litre V8 engine has ( 1 timing CHAIN to each cylinder head , so there are 2 timing CHAINS )
The 4.0 liter SOHC - V6 engine has ( 3 ) timing CHAINS
The Ford 4.0 L - SOHC - V6 engine has ( 3 ) TIMING CHAINS
In a 2002 Ford Explorer : The 4.0 litre Single Over Head Cam , V6 engine has ( 3 timing CHAINS ) The 4.6 litre Single Over Head Cam , V8 engine has ( 1 timing CHAIN to each cylinder head , so there are 2 timing CHAINS )
What motor is in it? ZD30? If so they have a timing chain, not a belt.
The 2002 Chevy Cavalier with a 2.2-liter motor has a timing chain, not a timing belt. The timing chain is located inside the engine, connecting the crankshaft to the camshaft to ensure proper timing of the engine's internal components. Accessing the timing chain typically requires removing various engine covers and components, including the engine front cover.
Timing chain.