Montero Sport ES 4WD V6-3.0L SOHC (2002)
2. If it is not within the standard value, replace the auto-tensioner.
CAUTION:
^
Place the auto-tensioner perpendicular to the jaws of the vice.
^
If there is a plug at the base of the auto-tensioner, insert a plain washer onto the end of the auto-tensioner to protect the plug.
3. Place two dolly blocks in a vice as shown in the illustration, and then place the auto-tensioner in the vice.
CAUTION: Never compress the pushrod too fast, or the pushrod may be damaged.
4. Slowly compress the pushrod of the auto-tensioner until pin hole A in the pushrod is aligned with pin hole B in the cylinder.
5. Insert the setting pin into the pin holes once they are aligned.
NOTE: If replacing the auto-tensioner, the pin will already be inserted into the pin holes of the new part.
CAUTION: Do not remove the setting pin from the auto-tensioner.
6. Install the auto-tensioner to the engine.
>>B<< TIMING BELT INSTALLATION
1. Align the timing marks of the camshaft sprocket with those of crankshaft sprocket.
CAUTION: The camshaft sprocket (right side) can turn easily due to the spring force applied, so be careful not to get your fingers caught.
2. Install the timing belt by the following procedure so that there is no deflection in the timing belt between each sprocket and pulley.
1. Crankshaft sprocket
2. Idler pulley
3. Camshaft sprocket (Left side)
4. Water pump pulley
5. Camshaft sprocket (Right side)
6. Tension pulley
