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Adjusting Timing

  1. Remove engine front cover. Loosen timing belt tensioner adjustment screw. Retract tensioner and tighten adjusting screw to hold tensioner in retracted position.
  2. Remove crankshaft pulley and timing belt guide. Remove timing belt and inspect for wear or damage. Replace belt if damaged or excessively worn.
  3. Align crankshaft gear and camshaft gear as described under Checking Timing procedure. Remove distributor cap and set rotor so that it points to number 1 firing position by turning auxiliary shaft.
  4. Install timing belt over crankshaft gear, auxiliary gear and camshaft gear, in that order. Loosen tensioner adjustment bolt to allow tensioner to move against timing belt.
  5. Remove spark plugs. Rotate crankshaft 2 complete turns in normal rotation to remove slack from timing belt. Tighten tensioner pivot and adjustment bolts. Make sure that timing marks are still properly aligned.
  6. Install crankshaft pulley and timing belt guide. Install engine front cover and spark plugs. Start engine and check ignition timing. Adjust ignition timing if necessary.
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