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Removal (1.3L SOHC & 1.6L)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1992 Suzuki Swift, 1992 Suzuki Sidekick, and 1992 Suzuki Samurai. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. On Sidekick and Samurai, remove cooling fan and fan shroud. Discharge A/C system using approved refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment and disconnect compressor flexible suction hose from suction pipe (if equipped). Remove A/C compressor belt (if equipped).
  2. On Swift, raise vehicle and remove fender apron extension by pushing center pin into clip. DO NOT  push in too far as pin may fall into fender. DO NOT  discharge A/C. On all models, loosen alternator, and remove water pump pulley and belt.
  3. Remove crankshaft pulley. On Swift, remove center bolt to remove crankshaft pulley if engine is in vehicle. Remove timing belt cover. Move up and secure timing belt tensioner.
  4. Mark belt with an arrow indicating direction of rotation for installation reference. Remove timing belt from camshaft and crankshaft sprockets.
CAUTION: With timing belt removed, DO NOT  turn camshaft sprocket more than 20 degrees in either direction from aligned position. DO NOT  turn crankshaft more than 90 degrees in either direction from aligned position. Doing so could damage piston(s) and/or valve(s) by interference. Also, DO NOT bend timing belt.
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