2015 Ford Fiesta 1.6L timing belt noise

The crankshaft sprocket likes to separate into two pieces allowing the timing belt to walk forward and contacting the timing cover which then creates a whining/chirping type noise from the engine bay area. The noise can be narrowed down using a mechanic's stethoscope. Don't forget to install all the alingment tools that keep the engine in time before removing the belt so that when you put it back together you won't ruin an engine

[@dagdabreemie]

I just had this exact work done this past week. Cost me $1,284.82 when all was said and done. At 114,942 miles. 2014 Ford Fiesta SE - Timing Belt Kit, Water Pump, Spark plug, Ignition wire set, Serpentine belt, Anti freeze, Crankshaft sprocket, bolt(crankshaft).

[@Akotski-ys9rr]

My car had the exact same problem. Thankfully it didn’t get that bad before we replaced it

[@danielborquez9788]

I knew it, I'm having the exact problem a rattleting noise in the cover just by placing the hand at the cover I could feel it.

[@kyleadams6962]

Got a link for the gear/cog. My car is doing the same exact thing and I’m certain it’s coming from the timing cover.

[@andrewcline5585]

Thanks I'll need to replace timing belt eventually

[@themospavlis9007]

I don’t think mine has that problem but it’s in for a water pump replacement and they will change the timing belt as well

[@TheA2GGamerChannel]

How did you remove the gear does it slide right off? Or do you need a special puller?

[@easyrider020]

Thank you for the post.i think I have the same noise and issue.is it necessary to replace it or still drive ?

[@noesquicktechtips268]

You will need to replace it. Eventually since the belt keeps contacting the cover it could wear itself out to the point of failure. Which could be a lot more expensive if it finally goes out

[@easyrider020]

@@noesquicktechtips268 thank you for the feedback

[@corybeckmann8823]

My fiesta has the same issue. Does that pulley have a key in it to align with the crank, or does the tension from the balancer bolt hold it in?

[@goldeneagle99]

Gen 2 suffer? 2007

[@stephenrobinson6779]

Same issue here. 2016 Fiesta 1.6L. This should be a recall, Poor design. It's a shame I have to replace with the same defective design

[@thedevil911]

Whats the part number for that sprocket?

[@Akotski-ys9rr]

BE8Z6306AD
Don’t know if you need it anymore but just in case someone else has the same question

[@hughbunyea4703]

What state are u in. How do u keep the timing correct when doing this