Ford Zetec 2.0 liter timing belt replacement Part I HD

[sillvverbulletts]

got a question here OTC 6475 Crankshaft TDC Timing Pin for Ford, i know people who have used it on 97-98 mystiques...my question is can i use it on my 1996 mystique. i don't have the car so i cant look...and i can buy it rite now (only one remaining) lol

[srmastertech]

@sillvverbulletts

The timing pin should still work on your engine with no problem

[harveydog2006]

how long does this job take

[srmastertech]

@harveydog2006

This job take about 3 hours to perform from start to finish.

[6speeddakota]

a friend of mine is looking at a 2004 focus, is the 2.0 zetec an interference motor?

[srmastertech]

@6speeddakota The engine is an interference engine, but rarely ever bends a valves.

[5150martin]

sorry i forgot the odvious,, you chop the belt down its length ,,i use a bread knife,,, mrs loves me, be careful not to chop it beyond half way ,, yup its tight just like me,,hence taking plugs out to reduce compresion,,, a bit of lube helps,,,silicon grease perfect a mundo,,,, dont fully remove old belt till you have ten pence worth of cable ties around the pulleys,, and chop the old belt and slide it on ,,your welcome

[srmastertech]

@5150martin

You can replace your belt any way you see fit and I wish you all the luck! I take my work serious, take a lot of pride in my work and if I am going to repair it, I am going to do it right the first time. For the people who have this service done on their vehicle, this is the service they should expect!

[5150martin]

this video is correct,, a hum ,take the plugs out , chop the origanal belt in half,, slide new belt to old belt,, and bobs your uncle and fannys your aunt,,,if your changing the idler pulleys or tensioner,, use cable ties to secure belt to cam or crank pulleys,,its the butchers dog way of doing it granted` but it works,, special tools cmon,, where not worthy,, ,,,

[raymanning98]

Very helpful. I have a 2000 Focus I'll be changing the timing belt shortly. I had no idea there's so many parts I'll have to remove to do the job. The last time I did it was an '89 Festiva but that was simpler. Wish me good luck.

Ray

[jflayva]

Why do you need the special tools? Can't it just be marked and use those markings as a guide? As with most t.belt removal and replacement projects?

[srmastertech]

@jflayva

This engine has no key ways on the crank or the cams. The special tools are what aligns the timing and them the cams are locked in place. Timing will not work correctly, especially with variable timing.

[Goodwrench496]

when you show the top view over your left shoulder i see the strut tower, whats up with the center strut nut,being off to the one side the way it is. Is that for making adjustments.My brother has a 03 focus an is is not like that. Sorry for getting of the scope of you video but i find that strange not being centered.thanks for the video's.cool stuff..

[srmastertech]

@Goodwrench496

Your are correct! The plate on the strut tower was to reset camber in the front wheels.

[StevenGaming]

when i get the turn the engine i need to how how iknow is in the first cilinder

[srmastertech]

@StevenGaming

cylinder 1 is the fist cylinder closest to the timing chain. with the special tool installed, the crank will stop at the tool when the piston is at top dead center

[PAULCCFOX]

Mr. Tec thank youuuuuu so much for the time to take to make this video and help my to do my timming belt by my self. Thank you again.

[srmastertech]

@PAULCCFOX

Your very welcome! I'm glad it helped!

[kspencer79]

Awesome how to, was a little confused while tearing down my timing system this video cleared up all those questions, thank you so much.

[srmastertech]

@kspencer79

Great to hear it helped! My pleasure to help!!!

[CameronSangan]

yea it should be the same, i havent had time to have a look yet but my mate that works in a garage said there aint much difference in the two engines. another question i would like to ask you is, there an easy way to top up the gear box oil level on a zetec? think mines running low, feels rougher when changing gears and would like to top it up but cant find out where to do it. Any help would be great.

Cheers Cameron.

[srmastertech]

@CameronSangan

I have found that by removing the sped sensor from the transmission case, you can refill from there to correct level. Hopefully that takes care of your concern!

[postman5184]

This is the best instructional I've seen for the timing belt on the zetec. I've done others but the Focus seemed intimidating. Video made it seem easy. Good job!

[srmastertech]

@postman5184

Thanks for the great comment! I appreciate your support!

[CameronSangan]

@srmastertech

Hay, the video you have posted is really handy and very well presented. Thing is i have a ford fiesta 1.6 zetec-s 2001. Im wandering if this procedure that you have done on your vidio will be the same for a fiesta. Thinking of doing my timing belt soon and this is by far the best example. Get back to me if you can

Cheers, Cameron

[srmastertech]

@CameronSangan

Evening Cameron, To be honest, I'm don't know if the procedure will be the same as your engine. We didn't have the Fiesta here in the US until this year. All the Zetec engine here are 2.0 liters and I am not completely failure with your 1.6 liter. I would say that they should be very similar. Look for the bolt for the timing peg tool. If the bolt is there, the procedure should be exactly the same!

[whitp103]

Hey Master Tech. I need help! I am working on a 2000 Ford Escort ZX2 with a 2.0 Zetec and I cannot find the hole to place the pin at TDC. I am struggling to get the catalytic converter off and suspect it's behind that. My Chiltons manual says it's on the "front of the engine block" you say in the above video it's in the back of the block. I can't find it anywhere. Please help!

[srmastertech]

@whitp103

With your model, you do have to remove the cat converter. The access plug will be a stud head, not just a bolt. It is in the rear of the engine right next to the cam position sensor. Once you get the converter off, you should easily see it!

[houfert]

@whitp103 i have a 2001 z its behind the cat on the front drivers side

[j1234le]

At 7:55 on the video you state with the vale cover removed rotate the engine to compression stroke on cylinder 1. Can you explain? what is the purpose of doing this? Thanks so much for the video

[srmastertech]

@j1234le Placing the engine on compression stroke for cylinder 1 means both intake and exhaust valves are closed, and piston move up to top dead center. That is when the ignition would fire. At this point, the alignment tools should be close to fitting into the cam and block for alignment.

[paullasseigne]

on this same zx2 the cruise control is inoperative. could you tell me a starting point on what to check 1st and /or tell me where i can find a flowchart online?

[srmastertech]

@paullasseigne

You will want to check out the speed control servo. First, sometimes the cable comes off the throttle, a simple fix there. On the servo, pop the cable cover off, check that the cable gear turns. You could also test the resistance of the set switches at the servo. Most of the rest of the time, its the servo its self. I could email you the pinpoint test and wiring diagram, or I could post it on my Facebook tech page

[paullasseigne]

thanks for the info.this car belongs to my son 4 college. i used to work in a ford dealer parts dept from 83 to 94. i miss the technical aspect of it. you are really a good tech. thanks again. hope to use your expertise in the future.

[srmastertech]

@paullasseigne Your very welcome and I appreciate your support! Visit any time you need some help!

[paullasseigne]

i have a 2003 zx2 with this engine. some websites say that this is a non interference engine that will not be damaged is the belt breaks. is this so?

[srmastertech]

@paullasseigne

That is correct., this engine will not bend valves if the timing belt breaks!

[mcook4098]

thanks for the video, it's very helpful. But i am having trouble removing the crank pulley. any special way to do this?I am using hand tools btw. thanks again!

[srmastertech]

@mcook4098

If your doing this with just hand tools, it can be tough to remove. You could use a breaker bar on the crank bolt with the bar laying against the ground. Bump with starter with the key and it should come loose.

[mcook4098]

@srmastertech worked perfectly thanks

[LoneWolfCRF]

Any difference with an SVT?

[srmastertech]

@LoneWolfCRF The ZeTec in the SVT Focus is exactly the same for timing belt replacement!

[dman970]

thank you so much. you are the master tech

[srmastertech]

@dman970

Your very welcome! and thanks for watching!

[RoyLoo2]

Wow, thanks. Just what I was looking for.

[srmastertech]

@RoyLoo2

Hope it helps out and your welcome!

[iluvherbludd]

One more question is the motor damaged from the belt going out while driving and will replacing the belt remedy the problem. I'VE HEARD OF MOTORS GOING TO CRAP AFTER A BELT GOES OUT

[iluvherbludd]

My timing belt went out when the car was running (same car) I was wondering does every step in this video apply or do I start the process a different way. I'm going to be doing this Tuesday night, any info would be Greatly Appreciated. Awesome Video by the way ,Good Work

[bestclarkesspot]

Thanks for the great video..

[srmastertech]

@bestclarkesspot

Your Welcome!

[bspan27801]

Great vid! I think your pretty cool to share your expertise. Awsome, thanks!!!!!

[srmastertech]

@bspan27801

Thanks for the Great Comment!! Your Welcome!

[Trex1268]

What's the ratchet and universal your using? Top video as always! :)

[srmastertech]

@Trex1268 Thanks for the comment!

The hand ratchet is a Cornwell, 1/4" impact is a Makita. The 3/8 green impact is is also a Makita.

[hotshot100]

how im suppose to know then I am on compression stroke on cylinder 1 ?

[mustang6172]

@hotshot100 When the intake valve closes, the compression stroke is starting.

[srmastertech]

@hotshot100 Mustang6172 is correct. both intake and exhaust valves are closed with piston up at top. You can also remove cylinder 1 spark plug and insert 5/16 hose. Plug other end of hose with finger when cranking. When you feel the air push the hose off, thats the compression. As ths piston reaches top, thats TDC on cyl 1.

[hotshot100]

really nice video thanks

[chacrawarrior]

hello man can you download the second part soon, my bhrother in law is give me the pain because he has problem aline the cans so the pistons doesnt make noises, sorry i know english but i dont know these technicals terms, thx for the video

[srmastertech]

@chacrawarrior

I finished editing and I will upload part II tonight!

[chacrawarrior]

@srmastertech thanks, you are great man

[MikesFitnessGoals]

Thanks Rusty, love these tutorials! What kind of hound have you got there in the background?

[srmastertech]

@MikesFitnessGoals

Thanks Mike! There are actually 2 Walker coonhounds who like to chat back and forth!