Timing Belt: Adjustments

1. Rotate crankshaft until No. 1 cylinder is at TDC (top dead center) compression stroke. Crankshaft may be rotated by using a suitable socket wrench inserted through access hole in left front fender well.
2. Working through lower belt cover, loosen belt tensioner adjustment bolt. Do not remove adjustment bolt.
3. Rotate crankshaft counterclockwise until camshaft timing gear has rotated three teeth to place tension on timing belt.
4. Torque adjustment bolt to 31-35 ft. lbs.
5. If crankshaft pulley bolt loosened during step 3, torque bolt to 83 ft. lbs.