Get quotes for a used or replacement Ford Mondeo timing chain. Genuine second hand parts from UK vehicle dismantlers - free request, breakers with stock reply direct.
Find the right part faster and get quotes direct from UK breakers - free, and no obligation.
Fitment on a used timing chain varies by vehicle, so a bit of detail goes a long way. Our request form covers what breakers need to know, so every quote you get back is for the correct part:
It depends on the engine. The 2.0 and 2.3 petrol engines in the Mk3 (2000–2007) and Mk4 (2007–2014) Mondeos use a timing chain, as does the 2.0 EcoBoost petrol engine in the Mk5 (2014–2024). Many of the diesel engines in these generations also use a timing chain rather than a belt. Always confirm which setup your specific engine has by checking the engine code on your V5 or via a VIN check with a breaker.
Both years fall within the Mk4 generation (2007–2014), so there is a reasonable chance of compatibility if the engine codes match — the engine code is the critical detail here, not the year. The Mk4 did receive a facelift in 2010, but timing chain fitment follows the engine code rather than the facelift date. Confirm the engine codes on both donor and recipient vehicles with the breaker before buying, as ancillary changes can occur mid-production.
The Mk4 and Mk5 are separate generations, and while some engines carried over, the timing chain components may differ even for engines sharing the same basic architecture. Crossing a generation boundary like this is something you must confirm with the breaker against your specific registration and engine code — do not assume compatibility based on engine name alone. Supply both engine codes so the breaker can check accurately.
No — trim level has no bearing on timing chain fitment whatsoever. A Zetec, Titanium, ST-Line, or any other trim sharing the same engine code will use the same timing chain. Focus entirely on matching the engine code from your V5, and let the breaker know your fuel type and gearbox type as supporting details.
No — petrol and diesel engines are entirely different units and their timing chain components are not interchangeable. Even within the same generation, a 2.0 petrol and a 2.0 TDCi diesel will have completely different chains, tensioners, and guides. Always specify your fuel type and supply your engine code when requesting a quote from a breaker.
The most important thing you can do is find your engine code, which is listed on your V5 logbook or can be retrieved via a VIN check. The Mk3 ran from 2000 to 2007 and covered several engine variants, so the engine code tells the breaker exactly which chain, tensioner, and guide kit your engine needs. Provide your fuel type and gearbox type as well, and the breaker can cross-reference against their stock to confirm compatibility.