Talon AWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo VIN F SMFI (1997)
Timing Belt: Adjustments
Timing Belt
1. After turning the crankshaft 1/4 of a revolution in the counterclockwise direction, turn it in the clockwise direction until the timing marks are aligned.
2. Loosen the tension pulley fixing bolt, and then use the special tool and a torque wrench to tighten the fixing bolt to 3.5 Nm (2.6 ft. lbs.) while
applying tension to the timing belt.
CAUTION: When tightening the fixing boll, do not let the tension pulley turn with the bolt.
3. Turn the crankshaft two revolutions clockwise so that the timing marks are aligned. After leaving it for 15 minutes, measure the amount of protrusion
of the auto tensioner.
4. If the amount of protrusion is outside (A): 3.3 - 4.5 mm (0.150 - 0.177 inch), repeat the operation in steps (1) to (3).
