How and when is it time to change a timing belt on a 1999 Mercury Tracer 2.0?

Answer 1

By a reputable mechanic and every 60,000 miles.

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The 1999 Mercury Tracer scheduled maintenance guide shows to inspect the

timing belt on the 2.0 liter , 1999 Mercury Tracer engine at 120,000 miles, and

the Gates website ( they make timing belts etcetera ) shows to inspect the

timing belt at 120,000 miles , replace if necessary

To be on the safe side , I would replace the timing belt before that