‘ Ford told BBC’ s Watchdog that it will help those with premature timing belt failure on cars up to seven years old with a full service history’
Later EcoBoost engines use a timing chain. The oil pump is still driven by a wet belt, however
‘ Ford told BBC’ s Watchdog that it will help those with premature timing belt failure on cars up to seven years old with a full service history’
resistance and low belt elongation over life( therefore enhanced lifetime safety).’
Combined with the correct oil, Ford-approved WSS- M2C948-B which is said to slow down rubber disintegration, a new uprated belt may get an EcoBoost or EcoBlue engine to meet Ford’ s replacement schedule, but no guarantees are made by anyone.
It seems the safest way is for a customer to protect themselves, rather than the car, and have their vehicle serviced at an official Ford dealership within the determined schedule. Unlike Stellantis, which accepted the fault with its wet belt engine and offers compensation to UK customers whose cars have been affected by the problems, Ford offers no such official assistance. However, Ford told BBC’ s Watchdog that it was aware of the issues some customers are experiencing with EcoBoost engines and that it will help those with premature timing belt failure on cars up to seven years old with a full service history.
Dayco, the original supplier of Ford’ s wet belts, now offers replacement items on the aftermarket
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