CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization, or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed, installed, or replaced during the timing belt removal/installation are shown below.
| Replacement Part or Procedure | Necessary Procedures | Effects/Inoperative when not Performed | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replacement of timing belt | Mode reset operation |
|
PROCEDURE
REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT
REMOVE NO. 1 RADIATOR HOSE
REMOVE FAN SHROUD
REMOVE NO. 1 TIMING BELT COVER
Remove the 6 bolts, 6 washers and No. 1 timing belt cover from the No. 2 timing belt cover and timing gear cover.
REMOVE TIMING BELT
| *a | Timing Mark |
Turn the crankshaft clockwise and align the timing marks as shown in the illustration.
Tech Tips
If reusing the timing belt, place matchmarks on the timing belt so that it can be installed exactly as before.
Uniformly loosen and remove the 2 bolts and No. 1 timing belt tensioner assembly from the timing gear cover.
Remove the timing belt.
Tech Tips
If turning the camshaft sub-assembly while the timing belt is removed, turn the crankshaft 90° counterclockwise as shown in the illustration.
When installing the timing belt, turn the camshaft sub-assembly to align the timing marks, and then turn the crankshaft clockwise to align the timing marks.
REMOVE NO. 1 TIMING BELT IDLER SUB-ASSEMBLY
Note
When inspecting the No. 1 timing belt idler sub-assembly, do not remove it unless absolutely necessary.
Using a 10 mm hexagon wrench, remove the timing belt idler shaft, No. 1 timing belt idler sub-assembly and timing belt idler spacer from the timing gear cover.