MX-5 Miata L4-1.8L DOHC (1996)
2. Install the timing belt.
(1) Verify that the timing belt pulley mark is aligned with the timing mark.
(2) Verify that the camshaft pulley marks are aligned with the seal plate marks. E for intake side, and I for exhaust side.
(3) Install the timing belt so that there is no looseness at the idler side or between the camshaft pulleys.
(4) Install the pulley boss and pulley lock bolt.
(5) Turn the crankshaft two turns clockwise and face the pin on the pulley boss straight up. Do not turn the crankshaft counterclockwise.
(6) Verify that the camshaft pulley marks are again aligned with the seal plate marks.
If not aligned, remove the timing belt and repeat from tensioner installation.
