Accord L4-2.2L SOHC VTEC (1994)
Timing Belt: Adjustments
CAUTION: Always adjust timing belt tension with the engine cold.
NOTE:
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The tensioner is spring-loaded to apply proper tension to the belt automatically after making the following adjustment.
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Always rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise when viewed from the pulley side. Rotating it clockwise may result in improper adjustment of the
belt tension.
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Inspect the timing balancer belt before adjusting the belt tension.
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Do not loosen the adjusting nut more than one full turn.
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The original radio has a coded theft protection circuit.
Be sure to get the customer's code number before
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disconnecting the battery.
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removing the No. 39 (7.5 A) fuse from the under- hood fuse/relay box.
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removing the radio.
After service, reconnect power to the radio and turn it on. When the word "CODE" is displayed, enter the customer's 5-digit code to restore radio
operation.
1. Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then the positive terminal.
2. Disconnect the alternator terminal and the connector, then remove the engine wire harness from the cylinder head cover.
3. Remove the cylinder head cover.
4. Set the No. 1 piston at TDC.
5. Rotate the crankshaft 5-6 revolutions to set the belt.
6. Set the No. 1 piston at TDC.
7. Loosen the adjusting nut 2/3 - 1 turn.
8. Rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise 3-teeth on the camshaft pulley.
9. Tighten the adjusting nut.
10. After adjusting, retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt to 245 N-m (25.0 kgf.m, 181 lbf.ft).
