Inspection (2.0L DOHC)
- Check belt teeth for damage and oil contamination. Inspect belt for glossy, hardened or non-elastic surface. Ensure belt is not cracked, separated or showing canvas fiber.
- Inspect all sprockets for damage. Check tensioner pulley and idler pulley for grease leakage and roughness in rotation. Replace components if damaged.
- Inspect automatic tensioner for leaks. Check rod end of automatic tensioner for wear. Measure distance from tensioner rod end to tensioner housing. Distance should be .47" (11.9 mm).NOTE: If plug at bottom of tensioner protrudes past tensioner housing, place a washer over plug to prevent it from contacting vise when pushing rod into tensioner housing.
- Retract rod into tensioner housing by placing automatic tensioner assembly in a soft-jawed vise. Close vise to push rod back into tensioner. Replace automatic tensioner assembly if rod can be easily pushed into automatic tensioner.