Valve Timing

Rotate crankshaft pulley until TDC mark is aligned with index mark on timing belt cover. Rotate camshaft pulley until Woodruff key is facing up and timing marks on pulley are parallel with top of cylinder head. Without disturbing pulley position, slide on timing belt. Rotate engine a quarter of a revolution and tighten adjusting bolt, then pivot bolt. Do not apply pressure to timing belt, use only tension of adjusting spring.

Fig 1: Camshaft Alignment Marks in Position for Installing Camshaft Belt

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