Timing Belt: Installation

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Install the dust shield. Install the timing belt idler pulleys and the bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 177 lb.in (20 Nm) | Stage 2: 45 deg.

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NOTE: Only tighten the bolt finger tight at this stage.

Install the bolt and the timing belt tensioner.

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NOTE: Make sure that a new component is installed.

NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the camshaft pulleys slightly to ensure the bolts are not at the end of the slots.
1. Install the timing belt.
2. Rotate the timing belt tensioner.
3. Tighten the timing belt tensioner bolt.
  Torque: Stage 1: 177 lb.in (20 Nm) | Stage 2: 45 deg.
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If the timing belt tensioner pointer is not visible in the window, the timing belt tensioning step must be repeated.

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Tighten the camshaft pulley bolts.
Torque: 17 lb.ft (23 Nm)

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1670 Pins, Camshaft Locking.

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1671 Pin, Locking Crankshaft.

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NOTE: Only rotate the crankshaft clockwise.

This step is to verify that the timing is correct. Rotate the engine 1 7/8 revolutions.
Install special tool.
- NOTE: Only rotate the crankshaft clockwise.
  
  NOTE: The Locking Crankshaft Pin must be bottomed out against the cylinder block.
  
  Rotate the crankshaft clockwise so the crankshaft contacts the locking crankshaft pin. Install Special Service Tool: 303-1671 Pin, Locking Crankshaft.
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NOTE: The special tool can only be installed if the valve timing is correct.

If the special tools do not install correctly, repeat the timing belt installation steps. Install Special Service Tool: 303-1670 Pins, Camshaft Locking.

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1670 Pins, Camshaft Locking.

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1671 Pin, Locking Crankshaft.

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Install the timing pin bolt.
Torque: 17 lb.ft (23 Nm)

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Install the fan drive and the bolts.
Torque: 61 lb.ft (83 Nm)

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Install the following items:
1. Install the generator. Refer to: Generator - 3.0L Power Stroke Diesel .
2. Install the timing belt cover. Refer to: Timing Belt Cover .
Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .