Is the engine in this car an interference engine?

Tiny
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  • 2004 FORD TAURUS
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Is this engine an interference engine? I checked your questions and saw one answer that said it was interference and one that said it wasn't.
Friday, May 23rd, 2025 AT 1:38 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Are you asking about a 2004 or a 2008? If it is for the 2008, yes, it is an interference engine.
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Friday, May 23rd, 2025 AT 4:50 PM
Tiny
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It is a 2008. One more question; I've been told there is no OEM replacement interval for the timing chain and/or gears, is that correct?
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Saturday, May 24th, 2025 AT 11:09 AM
Tiny
KEN L
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Sorry, we only handle one problem per thread, please post your new question here, you must be logged in.

https://www.2carpros.com/questions/new

Cheers, Ken
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Sunday, May 25th, 2025 AT 11:05 AM

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