Timing Belt

INSPECTION





Fig. 109

1. Remove the upper front outer timing belt cover by loosening the three attaching bolts (Fig. 109).
2. Inspect both sides of the timing belt drive & back. Replace belt if any of the following conditions exist:
- Rubber back side is glossy, hardened back without resilience and leaves no indent when pressed with fingernail.
- Cracks on rubber back.
- Cracks or peeling of canvas.
- Cracks on rib root.
- Missing teeth.





Fig. 108

- The sides are normal if they are sharp as if cut by a knife (Fig. 108).

NOTE: If none of the above conditions are seen on the bolt the belt, the belt cover can be installed.