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Timing Belt & Sprocket: Installation

  1. Ensure arrow on camshaft sprocket is still aligned with timing mark on cylinder head. Ensure timing mark on crankshaft sprocket is aligned with notch in cover (approximately 1 o'clock position). See Fig 1.
  2. Install timing belt on sprockets. Loosen tensioner adjusting bolt to allow tension on timing belt. Turn crankshaft in direction of normal rotation until timing belt tightens. Tighten tensioner bolts. Install remaining components in reverse order of removal.
Fig 1: 2.7L Timing Sprockets Alignment
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NOTE: Mark rotation direction on timing belts that will be reused.