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∙ 14y agoThe water pump on a 2004 Dodge Stratus 2.7 L is inside the engine, driven by the timing chain.
The 2.5 liter V6 engine in a 2000 Dodge stratus has a timing BELT
Far pass side of the engine.
it's under all that stuff on the front of the engine.
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.
Inside the front of the engine, driven by the timing belt.
this depends on your engine. Usually it is run by the timing belt.
Timing Chain. Internal. $600 labor to open the engine plus parts kit at around $350.
Belt
No , the 2.4 liter 4 cylinder in a 2000 Dodge Stratus IS NOT an interference engine ( according to the Gates website , they make timing belts etc. )
The timing belt on a 2000 Dodge Stratus 2.5l V6 should be changed every 75,000 miles to prevent premature breakage. If the belt is allowed to fail, it can cause catastrophic damage to the engine.
It is under the cover on the front of the engine, driven by the timing belt.