Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHO (1992)
6.
Loosen intake manifold crossover tube hose clamps.
7.
Remove intake manifold crossover tube.
8.
Loosen alternator - A/C (6 rib) belt tensioner pulley and relieve tension on belt by backing out adjustment screw.
9.
Remove alternator - A/C belt.
10.
Loosen water pump - power steering (4 rib) belt tensioner pulley and relieve tension on belt by backing out adjustment screw.
11.
Remove water pump - power steering belt.
12.
Remove alternator - A/C belt tensioner pulley and bracket assembly.
13.
Remove water pump - power steering belt tensioner pulley only.
14.
Remove upper timing belt cover.
15.
Disconnect crankshaft sensor connectors.
16.
Place gear selector in neutral.
17.
Set engine to TDC on No. 1 cylinder. Ensure that "white" mark on crankshaft damper aligns with 0 degree index mark on lower timing belt cover
and that marks on intake camshaft pulleys align with index marks on metal timing belt cover.
Timing Belt Tensioner Unloaded
18.
Raise vehicle on a hoist.
19.
Remove RH front wheel and tire assembly.
20.
Loosen fender splash shield and place out of the way.
21.
Remove crankshaft damper using Puller T67L- 3600-A, Adapter D80L-630-3 and Screws T89P-6701-A or equivalent.
22.
Remove lower timing belt cover.
23.
Remove center timing belt cover and disconnect crankshaft sensor wire and grommet from the slot in the cover and stud on water pump.
24.
Loosen timing belt tensioner, rotate pulley 180 degrees clockwise and tighten tensioner nut to hold pulley in the "unload position."
25.
Lower vehicle.
26.
Remove timing belt.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Before installing timing belt, inspect it for cracks, wear or other damage. Replace if damaged. Do not allow timing belt to come in contact
with gasoline, oil, water, coolant or steam. Do not turn belt inside out or twist belt.
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Always store in a cool dark place.
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Always keep belt in protective packaging until ready for use.
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Never hit or squeeze belt with hammer or screwdriver.
