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Timing Belt Adjustment: 1.6L

  1. Remove lower timing belt cover. Rotate crankshaft 1/4 turn counterclockwise, and then rotate crankshaft clockwise until No. 1 cylinder is at TDC. Loosen center bolt on tensioner pulley. See Fig 1.
    NOTE: If engine is in vehicle, it may be necessary raise engine slightly for clearance.
  2. To rotate tensioner pulley, install Socket Wrench (MD998752) into pin holes offset from center of pulley. Using INCH lbs. torque wrench and socket wrench, apply 23-25 INCH lbs. (2.6-2.8 N.m) torque to tensioner pulley. With torque applied to tensioner pulley, tighten center bolt to 29-41 ft. lbs. (40-55 N.m).
Fig 1: Locating Timing Belt Tensioner Pulley (1.6L)
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