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Timing Belt: Testing and Inspection






Inspection
1. Remove the valve cover.
2. Remove the timing belt upper cover.
3. 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.

4. If the pulley bolt loosens while turning the crank, retorque it to 120 N.m (12.0 kg.m, 87 lb.ft).