Toothed belt, removing and installing (engine code AAZ 09.94 and up): Removing

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Removing ribbed belt.
See RIBBED BELT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING
If installed, remove ribbed belt tensioning roller.
Remove upper toothed belt guard and cylinder head cover.
Turn crankshaft to TDC for number 1 cylinder (arrow).

Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Position For Toothed (Timing) Belt Removal
Lock camshaft using 2065A setting bar.
Center 2065A setting bar by turning camshaft so that one side of setting bar contacts cylinder head.
Measure gap between other end of setting bar and cylinder head using feeler gauge.
Divide that measurement in half and place feeler gauge corresponding to half measurement between setting bar and cylinder head.

Fig 2: Placing Center 2065A Setting Bar On Camshaft
Turn camshaft until setting bar contacts feeler gauge, then place 2nd feeler gauge (of same 1/2 measurement) on opposite side between setting bar and cylinder head.
Lock injection pump sprocket using pin.
Loosen tensioner.
Remove vibration damper and belt pulley.
Remove lower toothed belt guard.
Mark toothed belt running direction.

Fig 3: Locking Injection Pump Sprocket Using Pin