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Timing Cover: Service and Repair

Timing Belt Cover

REMOVAL

NOTE:
When replacing a single part, perform the work with the engine assembly installed to body.

1) Remove the secondary air pump.
2) Remove the crank pulley.
3) Remove the timing belt cover RH (B) together with the engine harness cover (A).
4) Remove the timing belt cover LH (C).
5) Remove the front timing belt cover (D).





INSTALLATION

1) Install the front timing belt cover (D).

Tightening torque:
5 Nm (0.5 kgf-m, 3.7 ft-lb)

2) Install the timing belt cover LH (C).

Tightening torque:
5 Nm (0.5 kgf-m, 3.7 ft-lb)





3) Install the timing belt cover RH (B) together with the engine harness cover (A).

Tightening torque:
5 Nm (0.5 kgf-m, 3.7 ft-lb)

4) Install the crank pulley.
5) Install the secondary air pump.

INSPECTION

Check the timing belt cover for damage.