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Installing Camshaft Drive Belt and Basic Timing



INSTALLING CAMSHAFT DRIVE BELT AND ADJUSTING TIMING

Crankshaft Timing Marks:





1. Turn engine crankshaft to TDC for cylinder no. 1. TDC marks on flywheel and cast clutch housing must be aligned.

Camshaft Timing Marks:





2. Align mark on camshaft sprocket with mark on rear drive belt cover.





3. Install drive belt according to following procedures:
Place belt on sprocket of crankshaft (1), tensioning roller (2), water pump pulley (3) and camshaft sprocket (4), preloading belt slightly by hand each time so that belt can be pushed on to camshaft sprocket.

4. Tighten drive belt; see Checking/Adjusting Timing Belt Testing and Inspection

5. Install Balance Shaft Belt and adjust. Service and Repair

6. Install Camshaft Housing front cover and Ignition Distributor. Service and Repair
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