Supposedly, Ford says the Zetec timing belts last longer than 60K or "the life of the car". I have heard variuous opinions, however.

I would get a new one if you want to keep your car. Somewhere in the archives, are "how to" posts. Others my chime in.


2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8 SE, Code Red. '00 Tropic Green Ford Escort SE [Contour's little cousin]