Tension the timing belt as follows:

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Fig 1: Identifying Needle Position At Varying Temperatures

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Fix the belt tensioner center screw in position and turn the belt tensioner eccentric counterclockwise until the tensioner indicator passes the marked position.

Then turn the eccentric back so that the indicator reaches the marked position in relation to actual temperature.

At the same time, ensure that the center screw remains fixed. At 20° C/68° F, the indicator should be centered in the window.

If the indicator is not in the right position, the adjustment must be repeated.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws For Variable Valve Timing Unit And Timing Gear Pulley

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NOTE:

The variable valve timing unit must not be released from the limit position until after the timing gear pulleys have been tightened.

Tighten the screws (2) on the timing gear pulley for the exhaust camshaft to 10 Nm .

Tighten the screws on the timing gear pulley for the intake camshaft to 20 Nm .

Remove:

the camshaft adjustment tools 9995452
the crankshaft stop 9995451 .

Install the plug with a new sealing washer. Tighten to 40 Nm .