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Timing Belt: Adjustments




Semi-automatic toothed belt tensioning roller, checking
Special Tools





^ TI 00200 2 hole wrench
^ Mirror

Installation position





Angled retainer -arrow- must be located in cut-out on cylinder head.

Requirements
^ Engine must be at most warm to the touch

Test sequence





- Place camshaft sprocket on cyl. I TDC
- Note position of pointer -2- (using mirror).
- Turn crankshaft two rotations in engine engine direction of rotation and check camshaft drive belt tension again It is important that the last 45° (1/8 turn) of rotation is made without interruption.
- Tensioning roller must move back to its initial position (notch -1- and indicator -2- align again).

Note: Check using mirror.