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Timing Belt - Inspection (Cont'd) / Installation

EM-165prose procedure

Camshaft sprocket adjusting mark differs between Sinter-type and Press-type sprockets.

Continued from EM-164

Inspection (Cont'd)

Belt Tensioner and Return Spring

  1. 1
    Visually check belt tensioner for stickiness, rust and any evidence of breaks.
  2. 2
    Confirm that tensioner pulley can be rotated smoothly.
    Hand holding/rotating the belt tensioner pulley with a curved arrow indicating rotation, used to confirm the tensioner pulley rotates smoothly.
    SEM558
  3. 3
    Visually check return spring for corrosion, distortion and any abnormal signs.

Installation

  1. 1
    Confirm that No. 1 cylinder is set at T.D.C. on its compression stroke.
    Ensure that marks on camshaft sprocket and upper front cover and marks on crankshaft sprocket and lower front cover are properly aligned.
    Camshaft sprocket adjusting mark, Sinter-type. Front view of the sprocket and front cover with an 'Align' arrow pointing to the alignment mark.
    SEM809B
  2. 2
    Temporarily install tensioner and return spring.
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