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General Procedures: Sprockets

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Inspect the timing chain/belt and the sprockets. Look for worn or cracked sprocket teeth, cracked or missing timing belt teeth, or cracked, split or worn timing chain links.
    • Install new components as necessary. Refer to the appropriate ENGINE article for the procedure.
      Fig 1: Inspecting Timing Chain/Belt And Sprockets
      G01388972Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.