Sportage 4WD 2Dr L4-2.0L (2002)
6. Check that the mating marks are correctly aligned. If not aligned correctly, remove the timing belt and tensioner, and return to step 1.
7. Turn the crankshaft to align the S mark of the exhaust camshaft pulley with the seal plate mating mark.
8. Tighten the timing belt tensioner lock bolt.
Tightening torque: 27 - 38 ft. lbs. (37 - 52 Nm, 3.8 - 5.3 kg-m)
9. Check the timing belt deflection. If the deflection is not correct, loosen the tensioner lock bolt and repeat steps 5-7 above. Replace the tensioner
spring if necessary.
Belt deflection 0.30 - 0.33 inch (7.5 - 8.5 mm)/22 lbs. (98 N, 10 kg)
10. Install the lower timing belt cover and two bolts.
Tightening torque: 61 - 87 inch lbs. (7 - 10 Nm)
11. Install the upper timing belt cover and five bolts.
Tightening torque: 61 - 87 inch lbs. (7 - 10 Nm)
12. Install the power steering drive belt and set belt deflection.
Power Steering Belt deflection:
New: 0.31 - 0.39 inch (8 - 10 mm)
Used 0.35 - 0.43 inch (9 - 11 mm)
