As an amateur home mechanic, tackling a timing belt job is never fun, but having a complete, quality kit makes all the difference. This kit for the Ford 1.6L DOHC is truly comprehensive and offers excellent value compared to picking up all these parts individually at the dealership. The Gasket/Seal Inclusion is Key!! It's not just a belt and a pump. The fact that they include the crucial camshaft and crankshaft seals (and the water pump gasket, obviously) is a huge bonus. Anyone who has done this job knows that the most common reason for having to go back into the engine bay shortly after is a leaking seal. Having high-quality replacements right in the box eliminates that risk and saves an extra trip to the parts store. The water pump casting looked clean, and the impeller was well-finished. The tensioner pulley felt smooth and robust—no cheap plastic feel here. These are the parts that typically fail prematurely, so I appreciate that they didn't skimp on the critical components. Installing this kit without the right parts is borderline impossible. This kit provides the necessary parts, but the mechanic provides the necessary precision. This is a fantastic 'one-stop' kit that provides everything you need to execute a full, proper timing belt service on your 1.6L Ford engine. The quality and completeness of the kit give me confidence that the car is good for another 100k miles. Highly recommend for the DIY mechanic!
Timing Belt Kit TCKWP343A Fit for 2013-2019 Ford Escape Fiesta Fusion Transit Connect 1.6L L4 Turbo