Timing Belt Removal and Installation
- Install in the reverse order of removal referring to the Installation Notes below.
Torque Specifications
Installation Notes:
Timing belt auto-tensioner:
1. Set a flat washer at the bottom of the tensioner body to prevent damage to the body plug.
2. Press in the tensioner rod slowly using a press or vice.
Caution: Do not press the tensioner rod more than 9,810 N (1,000 kg, 2,200 lb).
3. Insert a pin to hold the tensioner rod in the body as shown.
4. Install the auto-tensioner onto the cylinder block.
Tightening torque: 19 - 25 Nm (1.9 - 2.6 m-kg, 14 - 19 ft-lb)
Timing Belt:
1. Check the alignment of the matching marks of the pulleys.
2. With the upper idler pulley removed, hang the timing belt on each pulley in the order shown in the image.
Caution:
- It the timing belt is being reused, it must be reinstalled to rotate in the original direction.
- Check that there is no oil, grease, or dirt on the timing belt.
3. Install the upper idler pulley.
Tightening torque: 37 - 52 N-m (3.8 - 5.3 m-kg, 27 - 38 ft-lb)
4. Turn the crankshaft twice in the direction of rotation, align the matching marks.
5. Check that the matching marks are correctly aligned. If necessary, repeat steps 1 - 4.
6. Remove the pin from the auto-tensioner.
7. Turn the crankshaft twice and align the matching marks.
8. Reconfirm that the timing marks are correctly aligned. Refer to Ignition System / Ignition Timing for adjustments, specifications and location. Ignition Timing
9. Check the timing belt deflection. If the deflection is not correct, repeat the adjustment from the beginning.
Timing belt deflection:
5 - 7 mm (0.20 - 0.28 in)/98 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
Note:Excessive belt deflection is caused by failure of the auto-tensioner or an excessively stretched timing belt.
Drive belt:
- Install each drive belt, and check the belt deflection.
Spark plug:
1. Apply anti-seize compound or molybdenum-based lubricant to the spark plug threads.
2. Install the spark plugs.
Tightening torque: 15 - 23 Nm (1.5 - 2.3 m-kg, 11 - 17 ft-lb)
Steps After Installation:
1. Fill the radiator and coolant reservoir with the specified amount and type of engine coolant.
2. Perform the necessary engine adjustments.