CL L4-2156cc 2.2L SOHC F22B1 MFI (1997)
Balance Shaft Belt: Testing and Inspection
Balancer Belt Inspection
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
2. Disconnect the battery negative terminal first, then the positive terminal.
3. Disconnect the alternator terminal and the connector, then remove the engine wire harness from the cylinder head cover.
4. Remove the cylinder head cover.
5. Remove the upper cover.
6. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
7. Remove the lower cover.
8. Install the crankshaft pulley.
9. Inspect the balancer belt for cracks and oil or coolant soaking.
NOTE: Remove any oil or solvent that gets on the belt. Replace the belt if it is oil or coolant soaked.
10. After inspecting, retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt to 245 Nm (25.0 kgf/m, 181 ft.lbs.).
11. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.
