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As a last consideration, timing belt replacement should be performed at the recommended interval to prevent possible engine damage. Several DaimlerChrysler engines do not have free-wheeling provisions. In other words, if the timing belt fails, an ascending piston(s) can strike a valve(s) in the open position, causing extensive and expensive engine damage. The 1.6L SOHC, 2. 0L SOHC, 2.0L DOHC and the 3.5 V6 all fit into this category. The 2.4L DOHC, used in the minivans, PT Cruiser and Sebring/Stratus, however, is a free-wheeling engine. A broken timing belt will just leave you on the side of the road with no additional engine damage. The 2.4L is a free-wheeling engine when it comes to piston to- valve clearance. However, the valves may hit each other should the timing belt break.