Laser FWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC (1992)
13.
Back off special tool and rotate the crankshaft SIX complete turns clockwise. Measure the auto tensioner push rod position with a drill bit
(distance between the tensioner arm and auto tensioner body) to ensure that it falls within the specification of 3.8-4.5 mm (.15-.18 in.) as shown in
Figure 15.
Note:
Wait 15 minutes after the allen wrench is removed from auto tensioner and crankshaft has been rotated (for plunger rod to stabilize) before
measuring. If the plunger rod is out of specification, reset the auto tensioner (steps 10 & 11 of the belt removal procedure) and repeat steps 11
through 13 of the belt installation procedure until the specified value is obtained.
14.
Remove special tool no. MD998738 and install the rubber plug to the inner timing belt cover.
15.
Install the upper and lower timing belt covers as shown in Figure 2.
Note that timing cover bolts vary in length. Make sure that the proper size bolts (Figure 2) are installed in the correct hole locations.
16.
Install crankshaft pulley and torque to 25 +/- 5 Nm (18 +/- 4 ft. lbs.).
17.
Install A/C tensioner bracket with A/C belt and torque to 25 +/- 2 Nm (18 +/- 4 ft. lbs.). Adjust belt tension to 5.5-6.0 mm (.220-.240 in.) belt
deflection.
18.
Install water pump pulley.
19.
Install alternator/water pump and power steering drive belts and adjust belt tension as follows:
Belt Deflection
Alternator/Water Pump Belt
9.0-11.5 mm (.354-.453 in.)
Power Steering Belt
6.0-9.0 mm (.240-.354 in.)
20.
Install left front engine mount and bracket and torque to the specifications shown in Figure 1.
21.
Remove engine support fixture.
22. Install lower engine compartment splash shield.
Owner Letter
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION NOTIFICATION
TO REPLACE YOUR VEHICLE'S CAMSHAFT TIMING BELT
Dear Laser or Talon Owner:
The satisfaction of our customers is very important to Chrysler. Because of this, we are requesting owners of some 1992 Plymouth Laser and Eagle
Talon vehicles equipped with a 2.0L DOHC engine, to return them to their dealer for a special service.
The Problem is...
The camshaft timing belt on your Laser or Talon (identified on the enclosed form), may slip or break. This could cause internal engine damage.
What Chrysler and your dealer will do...
Chrysler will repair your Laser or Talon free of charge (parts and labor). To do this, your dealer will replace the camshaft timing belt. The work will take
about three hours to complete. However, additional time may be necessary depending on ha dealer appointments are scheduled and processed.
