FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Timing Belt: Testing and Inspection

TIMING BELT INSPECTION

1. Remove the cylinder head cover.





2. Inspect the timing belt for cracks and oil or coolant soaking.

NOTE:
- Replace the belt if oil or coolant soaked.
- Remove any oil or solvent that gets on the belt.

3. After inspecting, retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt to specified torque.

Specified Torque: 180 N.m (18.0 kg-m, 130 lb-ft)