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There will be a tensioner that has a square ratchet hole by the timing belt cover. Use a breaker bar to pull it towards the front of the car, it should release the tension to remove the belt. You may need a helper to do that. You may want to consider replacing the tensioner as well. They aren't too pricey and sometimes it's recommended.
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How and when is it time to change a timing belt on a 1999 Mercury Tracer 2.0?
By a reputable mechanic and every 60,000 miles. ========================================================== The 1999 Mercury Tracer scheduled maintenance guide shows to inspect the timing belt on the 2.0 liter , 1999 Mercury Tracer engine at 120,000 miles, and the Gates website ( they make timing belts etcetera ) shows to inspect the timing belt at 120,000 miles , replace if necessary To be on the safe side , I would replace the timing belt before that
How do you replace a timing belt on 1993 mercury tracer?
To replace the timing belt on a 1993 Mercury Tracer, first ensure the engine is cool and disconnect the battery. Remove the necessary components, such as the engine cover, accessory belts, and timing belt covers. Align the timing marks on the crankshaft and camshaft, then remove the old timing belt and replace it with the new one, ensuring proper tension. Reassemble all components, double-checking alignment, and reconnect the battery before starting the engine.
Timing diagram for a 96 mercury tracer?
need timing marks for 97 mercury tracer
Is 1996 mercury tracer 1.9 liter engine an interference engine?
No , according to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etc. ) the 1.9 liter engine in a 1996 Mercury Tracer is NOT an interference engine
Does a 1997 mercury tracer have an interference engine?
No , the 2.0 liter 4 cylinder engine in a 1997 Mercury Tracer ( IS NOT ) an interference engine ( according to the Gates website , they make timing belts etcetera )
When should a 1999 Mercury Tracer timing belt be changed?
On a 1999 Mercury Tracer , 2.0 liter four cylinder engine : According to the 1999 Mercury Tracer maintenance shedule : ( inspect at 120,000 miles ) According to the Gates website : ( inspect at 120,000 miles , replace if required , but I noticed according to the Gates website that it is an INTERFERENCE engine )
What is the recommended mileage to replace the timing belt on a 1994 Mercury Tracer?
100,000 miles
Is a 1997 mercury tracer ls 2.0 a interface engine?
( NO ) according to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etcetera ) the 2.0 litre four cylinder engine in a 1997 Mercury Tracer ( is NOT an interference engine )
How Do you replace the water pump on a 1988 Mercury Tracer?
you have to take the timing belt cover off and timing belt to get to the water pump
If the timing belt brakes can the engine be damaged on a 1993 mercury tracer?
The 1.9 liter and 1.8 liter four cylinder engines used in the 1993 Mercury Tracer are NON - INTERFERENCE engines according to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etcetera )
How do you set the timing on a 2.0 mercury tacer?
how to set timing belt on a 98 mercury tracer 2.0
Is the 1.9 engine on the 1995 tracer low clearance?
According to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etcetera ) The 1.9 liter four cylinder engine in a 1995 Mercury Tracer is NON INTERFERENCE
