Timing Belt

Inspection

NOTE:
•   Replace the belt if oil soaked.
•   Remove any oil or solvent that gets on the belt.
1. Remove the cylinder head cover.
2. Remove the timing belt upper cover.
3. Inspect the timing belt for cracks and oil soaking.

4. If the pulley bolt loosens while turning the crank, tighten it to specified torque.

Specified Torque:
185 N•m (18.5 kg-m, 134 lb-ft)

Tension Adjustment

CAUTION: Always adjust the timing belt tension with the engine cold.

NOTE:
•   The tensioner is spring-loaded to apply proper tension to the belt automatically after making the following adjustment.
•   Always rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise when viewed from the pulley side. Rotating it clockwise may result in improper adjustment of the belt tension.

1. Remove the cylinder head cover.
2. Remove the timing belt upper cover.

3. Set the No. 1 piston at TDC (page 6-64).

4. Loosen the adjusting bolt 1800.
5. Rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise 3-teeth on the camshaft pulley to create tension on the timing belt.

6. Make sure the timing belt and the cam pulley are engaged securely.
7. Torque the adjusting bolt to 45 N•m (4.5 kg-m,
33 lb-ft).

8. If the pulley bolt loosens while turning the crank, tighten it to specified torque.

Specified Torque:
185 N•m (18.5 kg-m, 134 lb-ft)