Parts for your 2013 Ford Falcon-Drive belt

2013 Ford Falcon Drive Belt

Yes, the 2013 Ford Falcon runs a drive belt (serpentine belt). Technical references including the Ford FG Mk II workshop manual for the Barra 4.0 and 2.0 EcoBoost engines, plus common Australian parts catalogues from major belt manufacturers, list an auxiliary multi‑rib belt for these models. That belt spins the alternator and A/C compressor, and on most variants the power steering pump as well. It’s separate from the timing system (both engines use timing chains), so this is all about keeping accessories turning smoothly.

The drive belt’s job is pretty simple: transfer crankshaft power to the car’s essentials. If the belt slips or fails, you can cop a flat battery, heavy steering, or no air‑con. For Falcons doing city kays, towing, or seeing hot summers, the belt and pulleys work hard and deserve regular attention.

Servicing-wise, it pays to have the belt and tensioner inspected at every service. A good rule of thumb is to replace the belt proactively around 90,000–120,000 km or at about six years, sooner if there’s any doubt. Look for these signs:

• Squeal or chirp on cold start or when the A/C kicks in
• Cracks across the ribs, frayed edges, glazing, or missing rib sections
• Belt dust around the front of the engine
• Headlights dimming at idle or a battery light that comes and goes

When fitting a new belt on a Falcon, always check the routing diagram under the bonnet, or snap a quick photo first. The FG Mk II uses an automatic spring‑loaded tensioner, use the correct square drive to relieve tension, then slip the belt on last at the easiest pulley. Spin idler and tensioner pulleys by hand—any rumble or wobble means it’s time to replace them too. On some EcoBoost variants, the A/C may use a separate stretch‑fit belt that needs a simple installer tool, don’t lever it on with a screwdriver or you’ll damage it.

Quality matters. Go for an OEM‑equivalent multi‑rib belt and check that all pulley ribs are clean and aligned. After installation, start the engine, flick the A/C on, and watch for steady tracking with no flutter. A fresh belt and healthy tensioner will keep a 2013 Falcon happy on long Aussie and Kiwi runs, no dramas.

• Does a 2013 Ford Falcon have a timing belt?
  Both the 4.0 Barra and 2.0 EcoBoost engines use timing chains, not timing belts. The drive belt discussed here is the external serpentine belt for accessories, not the timing system.
• How often should the drive belt be replaced on a 2013 Falcon?
  Inspect at every service. Replace around 90,000–120,000 km or at about six years, or immediately if there’s cracking, noise, glazing, or belt dust.
• Is there one belt or two on these Falcons?
  Most Barra models use a single serpentine belt. Some EcoBoost variants may have an additional stretch‑fit A/C belt alongside the main serpentine belt. Always check the under‑bonnet diagram or parts guide for the exact setup.