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The Ford Fusion engines have timing belts or timing chains, depending on the engine and model year. These engines are interference.
Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Ford Fusion.
| Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-2020 | 1.5L | Timing Belt | Interference |
| 2013-2014, 2016, 2020 | 2.0L, 2.5L | Timing Chain | Interference |
| 2017-2019 | 2.0L, 2.5L, 2.7L | Timing Chain | Interference |
| 2015 | 1.5L, 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid | Timing Belt | Interference |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo, 2.5L | Timing Chain | Interference |
| 2014 | 1.5L, 1.6L | Timing Belt | Interference |
| 2013 | 1.6L | Timing Belt | Interference |
| 2006-2012 | All | Timing Chain | Interference |
Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.
Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

The 2020 Ford Fusion engines have timing belts or timing chains, depending on the engine. These engines are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 181 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Belt | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 188 hp (Duratec 20) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2019 Ford Fusion engines have timing belts or timing chains, depending on the engine. These engines are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 181 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Belt | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 188 hp (Duratec 20) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.7L V6 325 hp Turbo (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2018 Ford Fusion engines have timing belts or timing chains, depending on the engine. These engines are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 181 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Belt | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 188 hp (Duratec 20) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.7L V6 325 hp Turbo (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |

The 2017 Ford Fusion engines have timing belts or timing chains, depending on the engine. These engines are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 181 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Belt | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 188 hp (Duratec 20) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.7L V6 325 hp Turbo (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |

The 2016 Ford Fusion engines have timing belts or timing chains, depending on the engine. These engines are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 181 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Belt | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 188 hp (Duratec 20) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |

The 2015 Ford Fusion engines have timing belts or timing chains, depending on the engine. These engines are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 181 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Belt | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 188 hp (Duratec 20) | Timing Belt | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2014 Ford Fusion engines have timing belts or timing chains, depending on the engine. These engines are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4 Cyl. Turbo 181 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Belt | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbo 179 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Belt | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 188 hp (Duratec 20) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2013 Ford Fusion engines have timing belts or timing chains, depending on the engine. These engines are interference.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4 Cyl. Turbo 179 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Belt | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Hybrid 188 hp (Duratec 20) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbo 240 hp (Ecoboost) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2012 Ford Fusion engines have timing chains and are interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L Hybrid 191 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.0L V6 240 hp (Duratec 30) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.5L V6 263 hp (Duratec 35) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2011 Ford Fusion engines have timing chains and are interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L Hybrid 191 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.0L V6 240 hp (Duratec 30) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.5L V6 263 hp (Duratec 35) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2010 Ford Fusion engines have timing chains and are interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4 Cyl. 175 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2.5L Hybrid 191 hp (Duratec 25) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.0L V6 240 hp (Duratec 30) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.5L V6 263 hp (Duratec 35) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2009 Ford Fusion engines have timing chains and are interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4 Cyl. 160 hp (Duratec 23) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.0L V6 221 hp (Duratec 30) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.5L V6 263 hp (Duratec 35) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2008 Ford Fusion engines have timing chains and are interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4 Cyl. 160 hp (Duratec 23) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.0L V6 221 hp (Duratec 30) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.5L V6 263 hp (Duratec 35) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2007 Ford Fusion engines have timing chains and are interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4 Cyl. 160 hp (Duratec 23) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.0L V6 221 hp (Duratec 30) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.5L V6 263 hp (Duratec 35) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
The 2006 Ford Fusion engines have timing chains and are interference engines.
| Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference or Non-Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4 Cyl. 160 hp (Duratec 23) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.0L V6 221 hp (Duratec 30) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 3.5L V6 263 hp (Duratec 35) | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).
A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.
A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.
Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.
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