B2300 SE Regular Cab 2WD L4-2.3L VIN A (1997)
4. Align the crankshaft pulley so that the number one piston is at TDC with the crankshaft key pointing straight up and the circle on the crankshaft
sprocket is aligned with the mark on the front cover.
5. Align the triangle on the camshaft pulley with the triangle on the timing belt inner cover.
6. Align the diamond on the oil pump pulley with the diamond on the timing belt inner cover.
7. Install the new timing belt.
8. Tighten tensioner assembly against belt.
Tightening torque: 41-45 Nm (4.1-4.6 kgf.m, 30-33 ft-lb)
9. Tighten adjusting bolt.
Tightening torque: 35-45 Nm (3.6-4.6 kgf-m, 26-33 ft-lb)
10. Tighten spring pivot bolt.
Tightening torque: 40-55 Nm (4.1-5.5 kgf.m, 30-40 ft-lb)
11. Release the timing belt tensioner pulley. Rotate clockwise the engine two complete revolutions and check the camshaft timing.
See: Camshaft Timing Check and Adjustment
12. If necessary, adjust the camshaft timing.
See: Camshaft Timing Check and Adjustment
Timing belt outer cover:
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Install the timing belt outer cover.
