626 ES V6-2.5L DOHC (1997)
Timing Belt Auto Tensioner
1. Press in the tensioner rod slowly, using a press.
Caution
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Do not press the tensioner rod to more than 9,807 N (1,000 kgf, 2,200 lbf). It will damage the tensioner.
2. Insert a pin to hold the tensioner rod in the body.
3. Install the auto tensioner to the cylinder block and hand tighten the upper tensioner bolt so that the tensioner can move.
Note
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This must be done to reduce the timing belt resistance when the idler pulley is installed.
4. Temporarily install the tensioner pulley.
Timing Belt
1. Align the matching marks of the pulleys.
