Timing Belt (G1879909): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustration showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
- Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
- Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
- Remove the timing cover.
Refer to: TIMING COVER
- Remove the starter motor.
Refer to: STARTER MOTOR
- Remove the bracket.
- Rotate the crankshaft clockwise until both the camshaft timing pegs can be correctly installed.
Special Tool(s): 303-1126
- Remove the crankshaft blanking grommet.
- Install the crankshaft timing peg.
Special Tool(s): 303-1117
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CAUTION:
- Do not use the special tools to lock the camshafts. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the engine or the special tools.
- Do not allow the camshaft pulley center retaining bolt to turn.
- Using a suitable tool, counterhold the camshaft pulley center retaining bolts.
- Loosen the outer camshaft pulley bolts a maximum of 2 turns.
- Remove and discard the timing belt tensioner assembly and bolt.
- Remove and discard the timing belt.