Installing the timing belt

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Fig 1: Timing Belt Routing Sequence

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Install the timing belt on the timing gear pulleys.

NOTE: Adjust so that the screws in the timing gear pulley without variable valve timing do not reach the limit position in the oval holes.

Tension the timing belt

Fig 2: Identifying Needle Position At Varying Temperatures

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NOTE: This adjustment is to be made with a cold engine. Suitable temperature is approximately 20°C/67°F. At a higher temperature, for example with a warm engine or a higher ambient temperature, the needle is further to the right.

The image shows the indicator position at different engine temperatures.

Fig 3: Belt Is Tensioned Between Intake Camshaft Pulley, Idler Pulley And Crankshaft

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The belt shall be tight between the inlet camshaft gear, idler gear, and crankshaft.
Fix the belt tensioner center screw in position and turn the belt tensioner eccentric counter clockwise until the tensioner indicator passes the marked position.
Then turn the eccentric back so that the indicator reaches the marked position in the center of the window
Hold the eccentric secure and tighten the center screw. Torque tighten to 20 Nm .