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Removal X1/9

  1. Rotate No. 4 cylinder into firing position at top dead center. Position transmission into 4th gear, to prevent crankshaft from turning. Apply parking brake.
    NOTE: If camshaft is turned independently of engine, valves may hit pistons causing engine damage.
  2. Remove right guard from under engine. Remove timing bolts and cover. Loosen alternator and remove alternator/water pump drive belt. Loosen air pump and remove drive belt.
  3. Remove valve cover and check that camshaft lobes of No. 4 cylinder are pointing up. Remove distributor. Loosen idler pulley lock nut. Remove timing belt starting at idler pulley.
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