Escort ZX2 L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 3 (2000)
Install the camshaft alignment timing tool on the back of the camshafts.
3. NOTE: Cylinder No.1 is at top dead center (TDC) when the keyway is in the 12 O'clock position.
Confirm the crankshaft position is at TDC (No.1 cylinder) by rotating it clockwise against the alignment peg.
4. CAUTION: Do not rotate the crankshaft; as necessary check that it is still resting against
NOTE: The lug of the belt tensioner should not be hooked in the sheet metal cover during timing belt installation.
Position a new timing belt in place.
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Starting from the crankshaft timing belt pulley and working counterclockwise, position the timing belt in place while keeping it under tension.
5. NOTE: Incorrect timing belt tension will cause incorrect valve timing.
Pretension the timing belt.
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1.Rotate the tensioner locating tab counterclockwise and insert the locating tab into the slot in the rear timing cover.
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2.Position the hex key slot in the tensioner adjusting washer to the 4 O'clock position.
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3.Tighten the attaching bolt enough to seat the tensioner firmly against the rear timing cover, but still allow the tensioner adjusting washer to
be rotated using a 6 mm (0.23 in) hex key.
