Sportage EX 2WD L4-2.0L (1997)
Timing Belt: Service and Repair
Inspection
TIMING BELT INSPECTION
1. Check the timing belt for damage wear, peeling cracking and/or hardening.
2. Replace if necessary.
3. Replace the timing belt if there is any grease or oil on it.
TIMING BELT TENSIONER AND IDLER PULLEY INSPECTION
NOTE: Do not clean the tensioner with cleaning fluids. If necessary, use a soft rag to wipe it clean and avoid scratching the tensioner.
1. Check the timing belt tensioner and idler pulley for smooth rotation and abnormal noise.
2. Replace if necessary.
TIMING BELT PULLEY AND CAMSHAFT PULLEY INSPECTION
NOTE: Do not clean the pulleys with cleaning fluids. If necessary, use a rag to wipe them clean.
1. Inspect the pulley teeth for wear, deformation or other damage.
2. Replace if necessary.