Semi-automatic toothed belt tensioning roller, checking
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Engine codes AEG, AVH, AZG, BEV
Special tools and equipment
- T10020 Two hole pin wrench
Engine code BBW
- T10004 Two hole pin wrench
- Angled retainer (arrow) must locate in cut-out on cylinder head.
Requirements
- Engine must only be hand touch warm.
Work sequence
- Position engine at TDC for cylinder No. 1
Engine codes AEG, AVH, AZG, BEV
Fig 4: Releasing Tension On Toothed Belt Until Notch And Indicator Align (Engine codes AEG, AVH, AZG, BEV)
- With forceful thumb pressure, depress toothed belt. Indicator -2- must move.
Engine code BBW
- With forceful thumb pressure, depress toothed belt. Indicator -2- must move.
Continued for all engines
- Release thumb pressure on toothed belt and turn crankshaft two turns in engine direction of rotation until engine is again at TDC No.1 cylinder. It is essential that last 45 ° (1/8 turn) is performed without stopping.
Tensioning roller must return to its original position. (Notch -1- and indicator -2- are again aligned).
NOTE:
Use a mirror when checking.