Timing Belt Inspection

TIMING BELT INSPECTION

1. Disconnect the alternator terminal and the connector, then remove the engine wire harness from the valve cover.
2. Remove the valve cover.
3. Remove the timing belt upper cover.





4. Inspect the timing belt for cracks and oil soaking.

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

5. If the pulley bolt loosens while turning the crank, retorque it to 220 N.m (159 ft. lbs.).

TIMING BALANCER BELT INSPECTION

1. Disconnect the alternator terminal and the connector, then remove the engine wire harness from the valve cover.
2. Remove the valve cover.
3. Remove the timing belt upper cover.
4. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
5. Remove the timing belt lower cover.
6. Install the crankshaft pulley.





7. Inspect the timing balancer belt for cracks and oil soaking.

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

8. After inspecting, retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt to 220 N.m (159 ft. lbs.).