Timing Belt: Adjustments

Tension Adjustment

CAUTION: Always adjust timing belt tension with the engine cold.

NOTE: Tensioner is spring-loaded to apply proper tension to the belt automatically after making the following adjustment:






1. Set the No.1 piston at TDC.
2. Loosen adjusting bolt.
3. Rotate crankshaft counterclockwise 3-teeth on camshaft pulley to create tension on timing belt.
4. Tighten adjusting bolt.
5. If pulley bolt broke loose while turning crank, re-torque it to 165 N.m (16.5 kg-m, 119 lb-ft).

NOTE: Put transmission in gear and set parking brake before retorquing pulley bolt.