Installation (MR2)
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- If removed, install timing belt idler pulley (tensioner) and spring. Secure pulley as far to the left as possible and temporarily tighten bolt.
- Install timing belt. If reusing old belt, ensure mating marks made on disassembly match crankshaft and camshaft marks. Ensure arrow points in direction of rotation.
- Loosen tensioner pulley bolt allowing tensioner to apply tension to belt. Temporarily install crankshaft pulley. Turn crankshaft CLOCKWISE 2 revolutions. Align camshaft and crankshaft timing marks. See Figure. If timing marks align, tighten tensioner pulley bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Remove crankshaft pulley.
- Measure timing belt deflection midway between camshaft sprockets. See Figure. If deflection is not correct, readjust timing belt tension.
- Install timing belt guide on crankshaft. Install timing belt covers. Install crankshaft pulley. Install and tighten center bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install engine mount to timing belt end of engine. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install right front wheel and engine under cover.
- Install water pump pulley. Install accessory drive belts. Adjust drive belts to proper tension.