1999 Ford Taurus broken timing chain

1999 FORD TAURUS
240,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ECHAMPLIN
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my car. 1999 ford Taurus, 3.0L 24 valve DOHC.
Is this an interference motor?
Apr 13, 2014 at 6:02 AM
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SUPERSHAFTS
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Yes that is a interference motor and you most likely need all new valves if it let go at any good rpm
Apr 13, 2014 at 6:23 AM
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CARADIODOC
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This engine is not listed as an interference engine.
Apr 14, 2014 at 3:12 AM
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