2.0 Ztec question

[mustangjoe87]

Is the 2.0 Ztec an interferance engine? My sister's timing belt is about to go and i have no time to fix it, I am wondering if she will be safe to drive it for a few days til she can take it in.
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[drewzx3]

If you can't find the answer go to focusfanatics.com or focaljet.com and ask someone they will be able to help you.

 

[samickguy15]

No. That's in no shape to be running. I believe the Zetecs are a little closer on valve to piston clearance than the trusty old Lima style motors. If that skips time, or the belt breaks, you can probably kiss the whole motor goodbye.

 

[mustangjoe87]

I just talked to a friend that is very into escorts and he says that i could deck the head and still not have problems. I got a quote for $296.16 to have it replaced, does that sound like a good deal. I have never had to replace one before.