Timing Belt Tensioner: Service and Repair
REMOVAL - TENSIONER PULLEY ASSEMBLY1. Remove the timing belt.
2. Remove the timing belt tensioner pulley and bracket assembly by unscrewing the pivot bolt from the oil pump housing (Fig. 142).
REMOVAL - TENSIONER
1. For timing belt tensioner removal procedure Refer to TIMING BELT.
INSPECTION - TENSIONER PULLEY ASSEMBLY
NOTE: The tensioner pulley, bracket, and pivot bolt is serviced as an assembly.
1. Inspect pulley for free movement (Fig. 142). Replace if pulley is loose, seized, or rough turning.
2. Inspect pulley bearing and seal (Fig. 142). Replace if damaged.
3. Inspect pivot bolt for free movement in tensioner bracket (Fig. 142). Replace assembly if seized or excessive looseness.
INSPECTION - TENSIONER
1. Inspect hydraulic tensioner for fluid loss around the plunger seal (Fig. 143). Replace tensioner if leaking.
INSTALLATION - TENSIONER PULLEY ASSEMBLY
1. Install the timing belt tensioner pulley assembly (Fig. 142). Tighten the pivot bolt to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the timing belt.
INSTALLATION - TENSIONER
1. For timing belt tensioner installation procedure Refer to INSTALLATION - TIMING BELT.