One of Ford’s lesser-discussed petrol engines, the 1.1 Ti‑VCT (Sigma family, used in 2017–2023 Fiestas), also features a wet timing belt system—much like the more notorious 1.0 EcoBoost
What Is a Wet‑Belt & Why It Matters
- Operates inside the engine, constantly bathed in oil, lubricated and cooled.
- Offers quieter operation and better friction control—but also a reliance on oil quality.
- Ford recommended belt replacement every 10 years or 100–125k miles, but many experts advise earlier—often around 8 years or 80k–100k miles .
- TGPP-Autocare, quoting EcoBoost practice, suggests 8 years/80k miles might be safest
Why the 1.1 Ti‑VCT Still Uses a Wet‑Belt
Ford phased wet-belts out in favour of chains later—but the 1.1 Ti‑VCT stuck with it, likely for compactness, noise reduction, and emissions
Why It’s Not as Scary as You Think
- Chains have failures too—lots of times they stretch or fail early.
- Wet-belts are reliable when maintained: regular oil changes and using correct spec oil drastically improve lifespan .
- Proactive replacements (by 8 years/80k miles) mean avoiding the catastrophic expense of belt failure.
Your Trusted Specialist in Stevenage
At TGPP-Autocare, we’ve got the toolkit, knowledge, and experience to handle the 1.1 Ti‑VCT wet-belt with ease. Here’s how we help:
🛠 Our Professional Services
- Full wet‑belt kit replacement (Dayco spec or OEM equivalent)
- Water pump & tensioner swap included—best done together
- Crankshaft seal replacement with factory refittings (AST Tools compliance)
- Oil & filter change using correct spec – essential for belt health
- Premium diagnostic to check for wear, oil contamination or early signs of failure
- Expert inspection of cam performance and VCT function
Book Your 1.1 Ti‑VCT Wet‑Belt Service Now
Don’t let a hidden wet‑belt kill your engine—or dent your wallet. We recommend belt swaps around 8 years or 80k miles, ideally combined with a full oil service.
Get in touch today for a free quote:
📞 01438 232556
📍 TGPP-Autocare, Stevenage
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