Ford Focus Timing Belt Or Timing Chain (2000 - 2018)

The 2000 to 2018 model years of the Ford Focus has both timing belts and timing chains. It has also had both interference and non-interference engines.

A combustion engine relies on either a timing belt or timing chain to maintain the proper timing and distance between its pistons and the intake valves and exhaust valves in the combustion chamber.

An old or damaged timing belt is prone to failure, which could lead to catastrophic engine damage and an expensive repair bill. A timing chain is less prone to failure but should still be inspected by a licensed mechanic once the engine has 60,000 or more miles.

It is generally recommended to change the timing belt starting at 60,000 miles, whereas a timing chain is usually good for the life of the vehicle.

Scroll down for the timing belt data for your particular Ford Focus.

Ford Focus Timing Belt Or Chain (2016 - 2018)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2018 1.0 L 123 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing belt interference 100k miles
2018 2.0 L 160 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2018 2.0 L 252 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing chain interference lifetime miles
2017 1.0 L 123 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing belt interference 100k miles
2017 2.0 L 160 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2017 2.0 L 252 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing chain interference lifetime miles
2016 1.0 L 123 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing belt interference 100k miles
2016 2.0 L 160 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2016 2.0 L 252 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing chain interference lifetime miles
Ford Focus Timing Belt Or Chain (2009 - 2015)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2015 1.0 L 123 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing belt interference 100k miles
2015 2.0 L 160 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2015 2.0 L 252 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing chain interference lifetime miles
2014 2.0 L 160 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2014 2.0 L 252 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing chain interference lifetime miles
2013 2.0 L 160 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2013 2.0 L 252 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing chain interference lifetime miles
2012 2.0 L 160 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2012 2.0 L 252 hp Turbo Ecoboost timing chain interference lifetime miles
2011 2.0 L 140 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2010 2.0 L 140 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2009 2.0 L 140 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
Ford Focus Timing Belt Or Chain (2001 - 2008)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2008 2.0 L 140 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2007 2.0 L 135 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2007 2.3 L 150 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2006 2.0 L 135 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2006 2.3 L 150 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2005 2.0 L 135 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2005 2.3 L 150 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2004 2.0L 110 hp SPI/CVH timing belt non-interference 120k miles
2004 2.0L 130 hp Zetec timing belt non-interference 120k miles
2004 2.0L 170 hp Zetec timing belt interference 120k miles
2004 2.3L 145 hp Duratec timing chain interference lifetime miles
2003 2.0L 110 hp SPI/CVH timing belt non-interference 120k miles
2003 2.0L 130 hp Zetec timing belt non-interference 120k miles
2003 2.0L 170 hp Zetec timing belt interference 120k miles
2002 2.0L 110 hp SPI/CVH timing belt non-interference 120k miles
2002 2.0L 130 hp Zetec timing belt non-interference 120k miles
2002 2.0L 170 hp Zetec timing belt interference 120k miles
2001 2.0L 110 hp SPI/CVH timing belt non-interference 120k miles
2001 2.0L 130 hp Zetec timing belt non-interference 120k miles
Ford Focus Timing Belt Or Chain (2000)
Year Engine Belt Or Chain Interference Service Interval
2000 2.0L 110 hp SPI/CVH timing belt non-interference 120k miles
2000 2.0L 130 hp Zetec timing belt non-interference 120k miles

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Consult with the vehicle's owner's manual or a licensed mechanic to confirm the engine type in your car.

Timing belt replacements can be expensive, but if a timing belt fails it will leave you stranded on the road and could damage your engine beyond repair.

When replacing a timing belt, it is normal to replace the water pump and belt tensioner while they are easily accessible.