how do i replace cambelt on n reg 1.8 turbo diesel ford mondeo?

Get a garage to do it, its a very difficult job requiring specialist tools, and the tensioners will need changing too. The belt normally comes as a kit including the tensioners. It is not worth dismantling the engine with the risk of making an error which will be VERY costly to put right.

Steve J
August 2007

it really is best to put in a garage.im a mechanic and when mine needed doing i paid to have it done.not worth the risk on this model,as was mentioned you need the kit as well.

mikey11000
July 2007

WITH A LOT OF CARE ! ...
HAYNES do a manual for this car - the cambelt change is explained in detail.
If you decide to do it yourself you will need a support for the engine as the engine mount has to come off ( at the cambelt end of the engine ) you will also need a locking pin set for the engine .
Also get a full cambelt KIT from a reputable source - not just the belt .... power steering & air con belts too ... its expensive when the cam belt fails - I KNOW ! Or a good garage should be able to do it for around £ 180 - 200 all in . ( mine cost £ 182.12 including belt kit @ £ 55.00 )

ANDREW NASH
July 2007