TIMING BELT INTERFERENCE VERIFICATION ⁽¹⁾

Application

Engine

Replacement Interval (Miles)

Medallion 1989

2.2L 4-Cyl.

⁽³⁾ 60,000

Summit

1989-96

⁽²⁾ 1.5L 4-Cyl.

60,000

1989-90

⁽²⁾ 1.6L 4-Cyl.

60,000

1993-96

1.8L 4-Cyl.

60,000

Summit Wagon

1992-96

1.8L 4-Cyl.

60,000

2.4L 4-Cyl.

⁽⁴⁾ 60,000

Talon

1990-94

⁽²⁾ 2.0L 4-Cyl.

⁽⁴⁾ 60,000

1993-94

1.8L 4-Cyl.

60,000

1995-96

⁽²⁾ 2.0L 4-Cyl. (Exc. Turbo)

⁽⁴⁾ 60,000

1990-96

⁽²⁾ 2.0L 4-Cyl. (Turbo)

⁽⁴⁾ 60,000

Vision

1993-96

3.5L V6

60,000

Vista (Canadian)

1989-92

⁽²⁾ 1.5L 4-Cyl.

60,000

1989

⁽²⁾ 1.6L 4-Cyl.

60,000

1990

⁽²⁾ 1.6L 4-Cyl.

⁽⁴⁾ 60,000

Vista Wagon (Canadian)

1991

2.0L 4-Cyl.

⁽⁴⁾ 60,000

2000GTX (Canadian)

1989-93

2.0L 4-Cyl. (DOHC)

⁽⁴⁾ 60,000

1989-92

2.0L 4-Cyl. (SOHC)

⁽⁴⁾ 60,000

⁽¹⁾	Other interference engine applications may exist which are not indicated here.

⁽²⁾	Interference engine. Check for possible damage to piston(s) or valve(s) if there has been a timing belt failure.

⁽³⁾	Although the vehicle manufacturer does not recommend a specific scheduled maintenance interval, aftermarket belt manufacturers suggest the belt be replaced at 60,000 mile intervals.

⁽⁴⁾	Vehicle manufacturer recommends replacing all belts at the same time.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Timing Belt Interference Check Menu

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic

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