Matrix XRS 2WD L4-1.8L (2ZZ-GE) (2003)
6. DISCONNECT SUCTION HOSE SUB-ASSY
a. Remove the 2 nuts installing the suction hose sub-assy.
b. Disconnect the suction hose sub-assy.
7. REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V-BELT
a. Turn the drive belt tensioner slowly clockwise and loosen it. Then, remove the drive belt and put back the drive belt tensioner little by little
and fix it quietly.
8. SET NO.1 CYLINDER TO TDC/COMPRESSION
a. Turn the crankshaft pulley, and align its groove with timing mark "0" of the timing chain cover.
b. Check that the point marks of the camshaft timing sprocket and VVT timing sprocket are in straight line on the timing chain cover surface as
shown in the illustration.
HINT: If not, turn the crankshaft 1 revolution (360°) and align the marks.
9. REMOVE ENGINE MOUNTING INSULATOR SUB-ASSY RH