Laser FWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC Turbo (1993)
Timing Belt: Technical Service Bulletins
Engine Timing Belt - Service Procedure
NO: 09-01-94
GROUP: Engine
DATE: Jan. 28, 1994
SUBJECT:
Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement/Adjustment Service Procedure
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN NO. 09-06-92, DATED JUN. 15, 1992 AND NO. 09-15-93 DATED SEP.
17, 1993, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. CHANGES ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS**. THEY
INCLUDE ADDING A MODEL AND PROCEDURE CHANGES. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A DETAILED PROCEDURE FOR
PERFORMING THE 60,000 MILE MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FOR THESE VEHICLES.
MODELS:
**1989 - 1990
(B2) Colt/Summit w/1.6L DOHC engine (turbo and non-turbo)**
1990 - 1993
(BD) Laser/Talon w/2.OL DOHC engine (turbo and non-turbo)
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this bulletin is to emphasize the importance of performing the timing belt replacement and camshaft timing in the proper sequence to
assure complete and satisfactory service.
A videotape demonstrating the procedure was included with the August, 1993 Chrysler Master Tech Program.
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
Camshaft Timing Belt Removal:
It may be convenient to raise the vehicle on a hoist to a level where work can be performed through the wheel well and over the top of the fender.
1.
Remove lower left engine compartment splash shield.
2.
Support engine with engine support fixture, tool # C-4852 or # 7137, and remove the left engine mount and bracket (Figure 1).
3.
Loosen the water pump pulley bolts. Remove the alternator/water pump drive belts, and the power steering drive belt.
Important:
Loosen water pump pulley bolts before removing belt.
4.
Remove water pump pulley.
5.
Remove the tensioner pulley bracket and the A/C belt.
6.
Remove crankshaft pulley.
NOTE:
**1.6L ENGINE LOOSEN THE FOUR CENTER ENGINE MOUNT SUPPORT BOLTS 8 TURNS EACH TO CREATE THE CLEARANCE
REQUIRED FOR CRANKSHAFT PULLEY REMOVAL, THEN LOOSEN THE ENGINE SUPPORT FIXTURE TO LOWER THE ENGINE.**
