Sephia Sedan L4-1.6L (1996)
Timing Belt: Service and Repair
Inspection
INSPECTION
NOTE: Never forcefully twist, turn inside out or bend the timing belt Do not allow oil or grease to contact the timing belt.
1. Replace the timing belt if it is contaminated with oil or grease.
2. Check the timing belt for uneven wear, fraying, peeling, cracking and hardening. Replace the timing belt as needed.
3. Bend the timing belt into a "U" shape as shown in the illustration. Distance "A" must be 1.0 inch (25 Nm) minimum.
4. Measure the free length of the tensioner spring. Replace the tensioner spring as needed.
Free Length (B6 DOHC): 2.310 in. (58.8 mm)
