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Timing Belt Tensioner

Tensioner attaching bolt 19 ± 3 Nm (14 ± 2 ft. lbs.)
Auto-tensioner rod projection length
Standard Value 12 mm (0.5 in.)
Auto-tensioner rod pushed-in amount
Standard Value 1.0 mm (0.03 in.) or less
[When pushed with a force of 98 - 196 N (22 - 44 lbs.)]