Timing chain - all E36 and E46 models use a timing chain.
BMW timing chains are engineered to last the life of the engine.
It does not have a timing belt, It has a chain and it don't need changed.
The Ford recommended mileage for replacing the timing belt is 120,000 miles, for the 2000 Focus. I doubt that the engine changed much, if any, between 2000 and 2001.
105,000 miles
you should not need to change it, it is not like a belt that needs to be changed at a specific mileage, you might change it when you overhaul the engine.
It does not HAVE a timing belt. It has a timing chain and it will most likey last the life of the engine.
A timing chain normally will last as long as the engine. Signs of a failing timing chain are chain noise and or engine that continues to jump time.
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Hyundai states the 2001 hyundai accent vehicle manual of timing belt replacement timing belt on an accent should be changed every 60, 000 miles.
Most Timing Belts are changed at 60,000 miles. Calling a Ford Dealership would be more specific though.
It should last the life of the engine.
The timing chain does not have a recommended change interval and should last for the life of the engine.The timing chain does not have a recommended change interval and should last for the life of the engine.
According to the Owner's Manual, it should be changed at 90,000 miles. I am still trying to find out whether it is an interference or non-interference engine. If it is a non-interference engine, the timing belt breaking won't cause engine failure.