Timing Belt Tensioner: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove intake air resonator.
3. Remove the intake plenum.
4. Remove the front timing belt cover.
5. Remove the timing belt.





6. Remove the timing belt tensioner bracket bolts.
7. Remove the timing belt tensioner bracket.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the timing belt tensioner bracket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





2. Install the timing belt tensioner bracket bolts.
^ Tighten the timing belt tensioner bracket bolts to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the timing belt.
4. Install the front timing belt cover.
5. Install the intake plenum.
6. Install the intake air resonator.
7. Connect the negative battery cable.
8. Reprogram the applicable accessories. Refer to Reprogramming Accessories After Battery Disconnect in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Warning Indicators.