Corolla Sport Coupe L4-1587cc 1.6L DOHC (4A-F) (1988)
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5. If there is noticeable wear on the belt teeth, check the timing cover for damage and check for correct gasket installation and for foreign material on
the pulley teeth.
If necessary, replace the timing belt.
IDLER PULLEY INSPECTION
1. Check the turning smoothness of the idler pulley. If necessary, replace the idler pulley.
TENSION SPRING INSPECTION
1. Measure the free length of the tension spring.
Free length: 38.4 mm (1.512 in.)
If the free length is not as specified, replace the tension spring.
2. Measure the tension of the tension spring at the specified installed length.
Installed tension: 35 - 39 N.m (3.6 - 4.0 kgf 7.9 - 8.8 lbf) at 50.2 mm (1.976 in.)
If the tension is not as specified, replace the tension spring.
