Timing Belt: Testing and Inspection
TIMING BELT INSPECTION1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
2. Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then the positive terminal.
3. Disconnect the alternator terminal and the connector, then remove the engine wire harness from the cylinder head cover.
4. Remove the cylinder head cover.
5. Remove the upper cover.
6. Inspect the timing belt for cracks and oil or coolant soaking.
NOTE:
- Replace the belt if oil or coolant soaked.
- Remove any oil or solvent that gets on the belt.
7. After inspecting, retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt to 245 N.m (25.0 kgf-m, 181 lbf-ft).
8. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.
TIMING BALANCER BELT INSPECTION
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
2. Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then the positive terminal.
3. Disconnect the alternator terminal and the connector, then remove the engine wire harness from the cylinder head cover.
4. Remove the cylinder head cover.
5. Remove the upper cover.
6. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
7. Remove the lower cover.
8. Install the crankshaft pulley.
9. Inspect the timing balancer belt for cracks and oil or coolant soaking.
NOTE:
- Replace the belt if oil or coolant soaked.
- Remove any oil or solvent that gets on the belt.
10. After inspecting, retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt to 245 N.m (25.0 kgf-m, 181 lbf-ft).
11. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.