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That engine uses a timing chain. Chances are very slim that the chain jumped time. However if it did jump time the engine would not run and the engine would have no compression. Tell us what the symptoms are.

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You will know because it will run roughly and backfire.

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Q: How do i know if my 1997 Mercury sable 3.0 jumped time?
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