A timing belt failure normally trashes the engine.
There is a chance it has bent valves.
The timing marks on a '97 Dodge Stratus are located on the timing chain and the camshaft sprocket. They must be aligned to set the initial timing.
Belt
30,000 miles to 40,000 miles dependant on driving conditions 100,000 miles
According to the Gates website : The 2001 Dodge Stratus : 2.4 liter , 4 cylinder , timing BELT 2.7 liter , V6 , timing CHAIN 3.0 liter , V6 , timing BELT
The 2.4L has a belt The 2.7L has a chain
Belt! Located on the passenger side!
Belt
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belt giagram for a 98 dodge stratus 2.4
The 2.5 liter V6 engine in a 2000 Dodge stratus has a timing BELT
Behind the timing belt cover.