According to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etcetera ) The 3.0 litre V6 engine in a 1997 Mercury Villager is an INTERFERENCE ENGINE The timing belt is changed at 105,000 miles ( approximately 170,000 KM ) I'm not a mechanic / technician but I would say you certainly should be thinking about changing the timing belt before it breaks and causes engine damage
Timing marks are on the sprockets and on the timing belt itself. No other marks are necessary.
when should i change the timing belt on a mercury villager
If it is a 3.0 then the answer is yes. Change it at 105,000 miles.
None. Engine timing is set by the PCM, you can not change it with a timing light.
No, you do not have to remove the engine.
Recommended interval is 105,000 miles..
There is no need to remove the timing belt to change the thermostat.
105,000 miles , according to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etc. )
It is not necessary to change timing gears when changing a timing chain unless they have become worn. You won't know if this is the case until you get the cover off and inspect them. It is necessary to change any chain tensioners when you change your timing chain.
Recommended is 106,000 miles. My 2001 presently has 114,000 miles.
it has a timing chain, not a rubber belt. no need to change unless necessary
The 3.0 litre V6 engine in a 1994 Mercury Villager has a timing BELT