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The service manual did not say you need to change the belt at at only 65000 miles.




But it probably does say, or at least the Haynes manual does, to inspect it every 10-15k and replace it if it is worn or cracked.

Definitely do it, it's fairly easy (or cheap) preventive maintenance.


'95 Contour GL, Zetec/ATX Repairs: * wheel bearings * sway bar stop * CV joint * alternator * shift interlock * heater tube * VSS * tensioner * ingition coil * wire harnesses * ball joint * Why do I still love it?