{"product_id":"performance-timing-chain-kit-for-lincoln-mkx-2007-2010-3-5l","title":"Performance Timing Chain Kit for Lincoln MKX (2007-2010) 3.5L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Timing Chain Kit with Water Pump for 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX (CD3)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Timing Chain Kit with Water Pump synchronizes valvetrain timing and restores reliable coolant circulation on the 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX to prevent catastrophic valve-to-piston interference and crankcase coolant contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Lincoln MKX Valvetrain and Pump Failure Modes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory \u003cstrong\u003eFord Duratec 35\u003c\/strong\u003e engine routes its water pump drive internally off the primary timing chain. Over time, cycling thermal stress degrades the factory tensioner guides and stretches the OEM link plates, inducing camshaft correlation DTCs such as P0016 and P0018. More critically, high-mileage factory water pump shaft seals degrade, weeping coolant directly into the crankcase cavity and causing severe oil emulsification, bearing wash, and spun rod bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis timing overhaul assembly utilizes pre-stretched, heat-treated alloy steel primary and secondary chains engineered to resist link elongation under sustained torsional harmonic resonance. Paired with hardened 23-tooth crank and 25-tooth exhaust cam sprockets, the kit includes high-impact composite nylon guide rails to eliminate guide fracturing under variable oil pressures. The included internal water pump features an upgraded mechanical unitized seal to effectively seal the water jacket from the front engine timing cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Primary Timing Chain (202 links)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Secondary Timing Chains (upper)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 Cam Sprockets with bolts (25 teeth - exhaust)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Crank Sprocket (23 teeth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Guide Rail (left - fixed - long)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Guide Rail (left - fixed - short)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Guide Rail (right - fixed - short)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Guide Rail (right - tensioner rail)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Primary Tensioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Tensioner (upper - left)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Tensioner (upper - right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Water Pump with gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2007-2010 Lincoln MKX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuratec 35 (3.5L V6 DOHC)\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eCD3\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e265 hp \/ 250 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7T4Z-6K254-BA\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e7T4Z-6K254-AA\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBA5Z-6L266-B\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBA5Z-6K255-A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAT4Z-6306-A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e7T4Z-6256-A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e7T4Z-6268-CA\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAT4Z-6268-C\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBA5Z-6B274-A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAT4Z-6K297-A\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAT4Z-6K297-B\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2007-2010 Lincoln MKX 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-Valve VIN C (from 09\/2006 production date)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the CD3 MKX?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2007-2010 Lincoln MKX equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eDuratec 35\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5L V6 VIN C engine produced from September 2006 onward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAre camshaft holding tools required during installation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, camshaft alignment tools are critical to lock cam phasers at top dead center before releasing primary chain tensioner locking pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Lincoln Durability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to withstand daily utility demands and extreme thermal loads, this timing set ensures long-term valvetrain synchronization and preserves your powertrain under heavy payload and towing duty cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68058767622392,"sku":"DS-ERO8K75S1","price":148.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-timing-chain-kit-for-lincoln-mkx-2007-2010-3-5l-1.jpg?v=1794362987","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/de\/products\/performance-timing-chain-kit-for-lincoln-mkx-2007-2010-3-5l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}