Supposedly, the 8th digit of the VIN is a P if it's a SOHC. Also, I believe the SOHC engine block is labeled 2.0 L SPI
As far as I know the 2000 Ford Escort sedan has a SOHC engine rated at ( 114 horsepower ) and the Ford Escort ZX2 has a DOHC - Zetec engine rated at ( 130 horsepower ) * both engines are 2.0 liters in size *
According to the 2000 Ford Escort Owner Guide : For the 2.0 liter , DOHC , Zetec engine : ( Motorcraft BXT-58 ) * that's BCI group size 58
I need a diagram to replace the serpentine belt on my 2000 Ford Escort ZX2 DOHC. Where do I go to find this diagram specific to my car?
Yes, the engine in a 2000 Escort is NOT an interference engine.
Depending on which model of Ford Escort , either the 2.0 liter SOHC or the 2.0 liter DOHC Zetec engine
fordparts.com lists ( 2 ) different ( 75 amp alternators ) for the 2000 Ford Escort ZX2 with the 2.0 liter DOHC engine ( But for the 2000 Ford Escort with a 2.0 liter SOHC engine they list ( 75 amp ) and a heavy duty ( 95 amp alternator )
2.0 liter DOHC - Zetec engine
A Ford with a 2.0L 4 cylinder SOHC engine is NOT an interference engine
According to the 2002 Ford Escort Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft FL-2005 ) engine oil filter for the 2.0 liter DOHC - Zetec engine
For a 2000 Ford Escort ZX2 with the 2.0 litre Zetec DOHC four cylinder engine : According to the Owner Guide the spark plugs are gapped at : ( .048 to .052 inch ) * confirm with the Vehicle Emission Control Information ( VECI ) decal located in the front of your engine compartment
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first we need know if its the sohc or the dohc engine..