Ford S-Max Timing Chain Replacement Parts
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A buyer's guide to used Ford S-Max timing chain
No two timing chains are quite the same across different vehicles, so getting the specifics right matters when you buy used, second hand or a replacement. Answer a few quick questions below and breakers will only quote if they have the exact matching part in stock:
- State whether it's petrol or diesel
- State the engine code if known
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Fitment questions
Does the Ford S-Max have a timing chain or a timing belt?
It depends on the engine. The petrol engines in the S-Max — including the 2.0 Duratec and the 1.6, 1.5, and 2.0 EcoBoost units — use a timing chain rather than a belt. The diesel engines (1.6 TDCi, 2.0 TDCi) use a timing belt, so if you have a diesel S-Max you are looking for a timing belt kit, not a chain.
Will a timing chain from a 2009 S-Max fit my 2013 S-Max?
The S-Max ran as a single first generation from 2006 to 2015, with a facelift in 2010, so a 2009 and a 2013 car sit either side of that facelift boundary. Fitment of the timing chain follows the engine code first and foremost, and whether the chain itself changed across the 2010 facelift boundary is something you should confirm with the breaker against your exact engine code — found on your V5 or via a VIN check. Give the breaker both registration numbers and they can cross-reference the codes before you commit.
Does the trim level affect which timing chain I need — for example, does a Titanium need a different chain to an Zetec?
No — trim level has no bearing on timing chain fitment whatsoever. Whether your S-Max is a base-spec Zetec, a mid-range Titanium, or a top-spec Titanium Sport, the timing chain is determined entirely by the engine fitted, not the badge on the tailgate. Focus your search on matching the engine code rather than the trim name.
Will a timing chain from a first-generation S-Max fit the second-generation model?
Almost certainly not without careful checking. The S-Max moved into its second generation in 2015, which brought revised and different engine families alongside it. Because the chain is matched to the specific engine architecture, a first-gen chain (pre-2015) is very unlikely to be a straight swap into a second-gen car (2015 onwards), and you should supply your engine code to the breaker and ask them to match it precisely rather than going by generation alone.
I have a 2.0 EcoBoost S-Max — does it have a timing chain, and will one from another Ford fit?
Yes, the 2.0 EcoBoost is a petrol engine and does use a timing chain. Ford used the EcoBoost engine family across several models, so there is a reasonable chance a chain from a compatible-engined Mondeo, Galaxy, or Edge could share the same unit — but the exact engine code (for example, the suffix letters after the displacement) is what determines genuine interchangeability, so always give the breaker your full engine code from your V5 rather than just 'the 2.0 EcoBoost'. Never assume fitment based on engine size alone.
What details should I give a breaker when asking for a used S-Max timing chain?
The single most useful piece of information is your engine code, which appears on your V5 logbook or can be retrieved via a VIN check — it is far more reliable than quoting the year or trim alone. Also tell the breaker your fuel type (petrol engines use chains; diesels use belts), your registration, and the mileage of the donor vehicle where possible, as chain wear matters on a used unit. Armed with the engine code, a good breaker can confirm compatibility and flag any ancillary differences before the part is dispatched.