SLX V6-3.2L SOHC (1996)
Timing Belt: Service and Repair
TIMING BELT REMOVAL
NOTE: Disconnect battery ground cable.
1. Remove air cleaner duct assembly.
2. Remove radiator upper fan shroud.
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Remove from radiator.
3. Remove cooling fan assembly.
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Remove four nuts, then the cooling fan assembly.
4. Remove power steering pump drive belt.
5. Remove air Conditioning compressor drive belt.
6. Remove generator drive belt.
7. Remove fan pulley assembly.
8. Remove crankshaft pulley assembly.
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Using special tool J8614-O1, hold crankshaft pulley.
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Remove center bolt, then the pulley.
9. Remove oil cooler hose.
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Remove two cooler hose bracket fixing bolts on the timing cover.
10. Remove timing belt cover.
11. Remove timing belt pusher.
CAUTION: The pusher prevents air from entering the oil chamber. Its rod must always be facing upward.
12. Remove timing belt.
CAUTIONS:
1. Do not bend or twist the belt, otherwise its core could be damaged. The belt should not be bent at a radius less than 3Omm.
2. Do not allow oil or other chemical substances to come in contact with the belt. They will shorten the belt life.
3. Do not attempt to pry or stretch the belt with a screwdriver or any other tool during installation.
4. Store timing belt in a cool and dark place. Never expose the belt to direct sunlight or heat.
13. Remove camshaft pulley.
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Using special tool J-41472, hold camshaft pulley and remove the fixing bolt, then the pulley.
