Timing Component Alignment Marks: Locations

CAUTION: Incorrect removal or installation of the timing belt can result in damage to internal engine components.

For complete Timing Belt Removal and Installation information, please refer to Timing Belt; Service and Repair. Service and Repair

TIMING BELT

NOTICE: The engine should be cold.

a. Remove any oil or water on the pulleys, and keep them clean.

NOTICE: Only wipe the pulleys; do not use any cleansing agent.

b. Face the front mark on the timing belt forward.
c. Align the installation mark on the timing belt with the timing mark of the crankshaft timing pulley.
d. Align the installation marks on the timing belt with the timing marks of the camshaft timing pulleys.





e. Install the timing belt in this order:
1st: Crankshaft timing pulley
2nd: Water pump pulley
3rd: LH camshaft timing pulley
4th: No.2 idler pulley
5th: RH camshaft timing pulley
6th: No.1 idler pulley