2000 ford escort zx2

[CarDumb]

Okay it seems everytime i turn around i am having to fix something.
i know nothing about cars so I am back again for your guys help..

I think my timing belt just broke on my car. it looks shredded.
battery went dead and steering locked up.

so am i right in thinking it is my timing belt?

I called and the part is not expensive at all. Just $40 or so.
I called to find out about labor. oh dear god.. $300 in something.

I am just curious if this is hard job to do on this car?
I have a friend that knows a little about cars, do you think someone witha little skill could do this.

I am super stressed out and broke and can not afford this.. any help you guys can provide would be great.

[CarDumb]

okay found out it wasn't timing belt..
it was the sent belt or something
plus a bent pully. ;(

so annoying. my friend thinks he can fix it.. we will see.
any tips?

[91xltlariat]

Did you mean serpentine belt. If so, Here you go.

Inspection


Inspect the drive belt for signs of glazing or cracking. A glazed belt will be perfectly smooth from slippage, while a good belt will have a slight texture of fabric visible. Cracks will usually start at the inner edge of the belt and run outward. All worn or damaged drive belts should be replaced immediately.

Removal & Installation


1. Raise and support the vehicle.

2. Remove the side and lower splash shields as an assembly via the bolts.

3. Rotate the drive belt tensioner clockwise and remove the drive belt.



To install:

1. Replace the drive belt and rotate the tensioner to its original position.

2. Attach the splash shields


you didn't mention if it was SOHC or DOHC. So here is a few pic's.

1. is SOHC without a/c
2. Is SOHC with a/c
3. Is DOHC