Timing Belt Replacement ServiceSteps (Maintenance)

ServiceSteps, Maintenance Timing Belt Replacement

NOTE: Check for associated Technical Service Bulletins (TSB's) prior to starting the job.

1. Perform Initial Test Drive. Testing and Inspection

2. Check ignition timing and engine vacuum (Initial Checks). Service and Repair

3. Disconnect the battery, remove the front tire, place a fender cover over the radiator (Initial Preparations). Fundamentals and Basics

4. Pre-position crankshaft to #1 TDC compression. Fundamentals and Basics

5. Remove timing belt. Service and Repair
- Removal Tips and Hints. Fundamentals and Basics

6. Inspect camshaft and crankshaft seals, and tensioner pulley (Pre-Installation Inspection). Testing and Inspection

7. Install timing belt. Service and Repair
- Installation Tips and Hints. Fundamentals and Basics

8. Reconnect battery.

9. Start engine, check the following:
- Ignition timing.
- Engine vacuum. Fundamentals and Basics
- Abnormal noises/vibrations from timing belt cover. Testing and Inspection

10. Perform After Repairs Test Drive. Testing and Inspection

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