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Timing Component Alignment Marks: Locations

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




Timing Component Alignment Marks




- Set crankshaft to TDC for cylinder 1 and lock camshaft using 2065A setting bar.

- Center the 2065A setting bar as follows:
- Turn locked camshaft, with setting bar in place, until one end of setting bar touches cylinder head.
- Measure gap at other end of setting bar using feeler gauge.
- Select feeler gauge that is one half of measured gap, and temporarily install between setting bar and cylinder head.
- Turn camshaft so that setting bar is resting against feeler gauge then insert second feeler gauge of same thickness at other end between setting bar and cylinder head.




- Lock injection pump sprocket using lock pin.
Engine code AAZ: 3359 rig pin
Engine codes 1Z, AHU. 2064 lock pin




For complete Timing Belt Removal and Installation information: Service and Repair