Timing Belt: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The crankshaft or camshaft must not be rotated while the timing belt is removed.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
- Remove the following items:
- Remove the timing belt cover. Refer to: Timing Belt Cover .
- Remove the generator. Refer to: Generator - 3.0L Power Stroke Diesel .
- Remove the bolts and the fan drive.
- Remove the timing pin bolt at the left front of the engine.
- Install special tool.
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NOTE: Only rotate the crankshaft clockwise.NOTE: Verify that the camshaft timing holes are aligned with the cylinder head.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. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1671 Pin, Locking Crankshaft.
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- Install Special Service Tool: 303-1670 Pins, Camshaft Locking.
- Loosen the camshaft pulley bolts.
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- Loosen the timing belt tensioner bolt.
- Rotate the timing belt tensioner clockwise.
- Remove the timing belt.
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NOTE: Replace the timing belt tensioner if damage or excessive wear is found.
Remove the bolt and the timing belt tensioner. Discard the bolt.
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NOTE: Only remove the timing belt idler pulleys if damage or excessive wear is found.
Remove the bolts and the timing belt idler pulleys. Remove the dust shield. Discard the bolts.