Installing The Timing Belt

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Fig 1: Camshaft Belt Routing

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

NOTE:

The component can be reused unless it has been subjected to abnormal mechanical stress, damage or oil contamination.

Install the timing belt over the pulley on the crankshaft.

Install the oscillation damper. Tighten the center nut to 180 Nm . Use counterhold 9995433 .

Remove the counterhold and install new screws. Tighten the screws to 25 Nm . Angle-tighten 30°

Install the new belt in the following order:

crankshaft
the idler pulley
intake camshaft pulley
exhaust camshaft pulley
water pump
belt tensioner.