1999 Ford Taurus broken timing chain

Tiny
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  • 1999 FORD TAURUS
  • 3.0L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 240,000 MILES
My car. 1999 ford Taurus, 3.0L 24 valve DOHC.
Is this an interference motor?
Sunday, April 13th, 2014 AT 1:02 PM

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Tiny
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Yes that is a interference motor and you most likely need all new valves if it let go at any good rpm
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Sunday, April 13th, 2014 AT 1:23 PM
Tiny
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This engine is not listed as an interference engine.
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Monday, April 14th, 2014 AT 10:12 AM

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