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When to change the timing belt
I am buying a 2005 Fiesta 1.4 Zetec and I would like to know at what mileage/age the timing belt should be changed?
Asked on 15 May 2011 by mrsc
Answered by
Honest John
Generally reliable but makes sense to err on the side of caution and change at 6 - 7 years, 60k - 70k miles.
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