Legacy Outback Ltd Sedan F4-2.5L SOHC (2000)
Timing Belt: Service and Repair
Inspection
CAUTION: INTERFERENCE ENGINE
When installing the timing belt, be sure to align all alignment marks on the belt with corresponding marks on the sprockets. If incorrectly installed,
interference between pistons and valves may occur.
TIMING BELT
1. Check timing belt teeth for breaks, cracks, and wear. If any fault is found, replace belt.
2. Check the condition of back side of belt; if any crack is found, replace belt.
CAUTION:
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Be careful not to let oil, grease or coolant contact the belt. Remove quickly and thoroughly if this happens.
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Do not bend the belt sharply.
Bending radius: h .............................................................................................................................................................. 60 mm (2.36 in) or more
AUTOMATIC BELT TENSION ADJUSTER
1. Visually check oil seals for leaks, and rod ends for abnormal wear or scratches. If necessary, replace faulty parts.
CAUTION: Slight traces of oil at rod's oil seal does not indicate a problem.
2. Check that the adjuster rod does not move when a pressure of 294 N (30 kg, 66 lb) is applied to it. This is to check adjuster rod stiffness.
3. If the adjuster rod is not stiff and moves freely when applying 294 N (30 kg, 66 lb), check it using the following procedures:
1. Slowly press the adjuster rod down to the end surface of the cylinder. Repeat this motion 2 or 3 times.
2. With the adjuster rod moved all the way up, apply a pressure of 294 N (30 kg, 66 lb) to it. Check adjuster rod stiffness.
3. If the adjuster rod is not stiff and moves down, replace the automatic belt tension adjuster assembly with a new one.
CAUTION:
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Always use a vertical type pressing tool to move the adjuster rod down.
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Do not use a lateral type vise.
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Push adjuster rod vertically.
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Press-in the push adjuster rod gradually taking more than three minutes.
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Do not allow press pressure to exceed 9,807 N (1,000 kg, 2,205 lb).
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Press the adjuster rod as far as the end surface of the cylinder. Do not press the adjuster rod into the cylinder. Doing so may damage the
cylinder.
4. Measure the extension of rod beyond the body. If it is not within specifications, replace with a new one.