Replace according to the information in the owner's manual. Don't have one, replace at 80,000 miles. My 98 zx2 needed a new timing belt after 8yrs. not sure of the mileage, but it was pretty close to 80,000.
97 ford escort 2000 timing belt replacement
it has a timing chain usually on the passenger side of the engine behind the alternator
timing belt
timing belt
This car will use a timing belt.
The 2.0 Liter DOHC with VIN # 3 has a timing belt and requires replacement at 120,000 miles. This is not an interference engine.
No , it's a timing BELT
Ignition timing is not adjustable. Cam timing is adjustable by the "guess" method unless you are replacing the timing belt and using the timing marks on the belt drive cogs, in which case you need a repair manual that has detailed instructions.
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The timing belt is located inside the timing belt cover at the fron of the engine.