Mirage Sedan DE L4-1468cc 1.5L SOHC MFI (1997)
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Camshaft sprocket
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Tensioner pulley
NOTE: After installing the timing belt, apply force to turn the camshaft sprocket in the reverse direction, and recheck to be sure that the belt
is fully tensioned and that each timing mark is in the proper position.
14. Adjust the timing belt.
a. Initially loosen the adjusting bolt of the timing belt tensioner fixed to the water pump side by 1/2 - 1/4 turn, and use the force of the tensioner
spring to apply tension to the belt.
b. Turn the crankshaft in the proper rotation direction (right turn) for two rotations, and recheck to be sure that the timing marks on each sprocket
are aligned.
NOTE: As the purpose of this procedure is to apply the proper amount of tension to the tension side of the timing belt by using the cam
driving torque, turn the crankshaft only by the amount given above. Be sure not to turn the crankshaft in the opposite direction (left turn).
c. After checking to be sure that no belt teeth in the section marked with A are lifted up and that the teeth in each sprocket are engaged, secure the
tensioner pulley.
