Timing Belt: Adjustments

Timing Pointer Locations:

Checking Timing
An access plug is provided in the cam drive belt cover so that camshaft timing can be checked without removal of the cover or any other parts.
1. Remove the access plug from the cam drive belt cover.
2. Set the crankshaft to Top Dead Center (TDC) on No.1 cylinder by aligning the O mark on the belt cover with the O mark on the crankshaft pulley.

CAUTION: ALWAYS turn the engine in the direction of NORMAL ROTATION. Backward rotation may cause the timing belt to jump time, due to the arrangement of the belt tensioner.

3. Look through the access hole in the belt cover to ensure the timing mark on the cam drive sprocket aligns with the pointer on the inner belt cover.
4. Install the belt cover access plug.