All Ford Crown Victoria engines have timing chains from the model years 1983 to 2009. All Ford Crown Victoria engines from 1983 to 2009 are interference.
Scroll down to see specific data for your model year below.
The timing belt (or chain) maintains the proper synchronization between the various engine components in a combustion engine.
If the belt or chain stretches or breaks, it can lead to catastrophic engine damage.
Timing belts have a recommended replacement interval, while timing chains are generally rated for the engines lifetime, although they need to be inspected occasionally.
| Year | Engine | Belt Or Chain | Interference | Service Interval |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2008 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2007 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2006 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2005 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2004 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2003 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2002 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2001 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 2000 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1999 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1998 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1997 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1996 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1995 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1994 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1993 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1992 | 4.6L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1991 | 5.0L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1991 | 5.8L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1990 | 5.0L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1990 | 5.8L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1989 | 5.0L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1989 | 5.8L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1988 | 5.0L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1988 | 5.8L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1987 | 5.0L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1987 | 5.8L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1986 | 5.0L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1986 | 5.8L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1985 | 5.0L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1985 | 5.8L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1984 | 5.0L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1984 | 5.8L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1983 | 5.0L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |
| 1983 | 5.8L V8 | Timing Chain | Interference | Lifetime |