System Specifications

CRANKSHAFT PULLEY/HARMONIC BALANCER:

Mounting Bolt Torque 100 Ft/lbs.

CAMSHAFT GEAR/SPROCKET:

Mounting Bolt Torque 70 Ft/lbs.

TIMING BELT TENSIONER:

Mounting Bolt Torque 20 Ft/lbs.
Pulley Assembly Torque 30 Ft/lbs.

TIMING BELT SERVICE REPLACEMENT INTERVAL:

On 1994 & prior models, replace at 60,000 mile intervals. On 1995-96 CA vehicles, replacement at 60,000 mile intervals is recommended but not required. On all other models except 1997-99 Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager, replace at 100,000 mile intervals (if not previously replaced). On 1997-98 Caravan & Voyager models, manufacturer does not recommend a specific maintenance interval. On 1999 Caravan & Voyager models, inspect at 60.000 miles & replace if required, then inspect again at 90,000 miles and replace if this was not done previously, then inspect again at 120,000 miles.

VALVE TIMING:

Intake Valve-Open 19° BTDC
Intake Valve-Closed 59° ABDC
Exhaust Valve-Open 59° BBDC
Exhaust Valve-Closed 19°ATDC