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Timing Component Alignment Marks: Locations

CAUTION: Incorrect removal or installation of the timing belt can result in damage to internal engine components.

For complete Timing Belt Removal and Installation information, please refer to Timing Belt; Service and Repair. Service and Repair

SET NO.1 CYLINDER TO TDC/COMPRESSION





(a) Crankshaft Timing Pulley Position:
- Temporarily install the crankshaft pulley bolt to the crankshaft.
- Turn the crankshaft, and align the timing marks of the crankshaft timing pulley and oil pump body.





(b) Camshaft Timing Pulley Positions:
Using SST Variable Pin Wrench Set # 09960-10010 (Variable Pin Wrench Arm Assy. # 09962 - 01000, Pin 10 # 09963-01000) or equivalents, turn the camshaft pulley, align the timing marks of the timing pulley and No.3 timing belt cover.


TIMING BELT

NOTE: The engine should be cold.

(a) Remove any oil or water on the pulleys, and keep them clean.

CAUTION: Only wipe the pulleys; do not use any cleansing agent.

(b) Face the front mark on the timing belt forward.
(c) Align the installation mark on the timing belt with the timing mark of the crankshaft timing pulley. Align the installation marks on the timing belt with the timing marks of the camshaft timing pulleys.





(e) Install the timing belt in this order:
(1) Crankshaft timing pulley.
(2) Water pump pulley.
(3) LH camshaft timing pulley.
(4) No.2 idler pulley.
(5) RH camshaft timing pulley.
(6) No.1 idler pulley.

CHECK VALVE TIMING





(a) Turn the crankshaft, and align the timing marks of the crankshaft timing pulley and oil pump body.

CAUTION: Always turn the crankshaft clockwise.





(b) Check that the timing marks of the RH and LH timing pulleys with the timing marks of the No.3 timing belt cover as shown in the illustration.
If the marks do not align, remove the timing belt and reinstall it.
(c) Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.