Eclipse Spyder GS-T L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo MFI (1998)
CAUTION: Always turn the crankshaft in the forward direction only.
2. Loosen the tension pulley center bolt.
3. Move the tension pulley to the water pump side, and then remove the timing belt.
CAUTION: If the timing belt is to be re-used, use chalk to mark (on its flat side) an arrow indicating the clock-wise direction.
Installation
Installation in reverse order of removal.
Installation Service Points
>A< Auto tensioner installation.
1. Apply 98 - 196 Nm (22 - 44 lbs.) force to the auto tensioner by pressing it against a metal (cylinder block,..etc.), and measure the movement of
the push rod.
A: Length when it is free (not pressed)
B: Length when it is pressed
A - B = Movement
Standard value: Within 1 mm (0.04 inch)
2. If it is out of the standard value, replace the auto tensioner.
3. Use a press or vise to gently compress the auto tensioners push rod until pin hole A of the push rod and pin hole B of the tensioner cylinder are
aligned.
CAUTION: If the compression speed is too fast, the rod may become damaged, so be sure to carry out this operation slowly.
