Sebring V6-2.5L SOHC 24 Valve (1996)
CAUTION: Use only the specified special tools, or the pulley damper could be damaged.
7. Spraying lubricant, slowly remove the bolt (reamer bolt) indicated by the arrow.
CAUTION: Keep in mind that the reamer bolt is sometimes heat seized on the engine support bracket.
8. Do not disconnect hoses to remove the power steering oil pump and bracket assembly.
NOTE: Use wire or similar material to suspend the removed oil pump. Check that nothing around it will be damaged during removal/installation
of the timing belt.
9. Use the special tool to align the timing marks.
10. Chalk an arrow indicating the direction of rotation on the back of the timing belt for further reuse.
11. Loosen the center bolt on the tensioner pulley to remove the timing belt.
CAUTIONS: Water or oil on the belt shorten its life drastically, so the removed timing belt, sprocket and tensioner must be free from oil and
water. These parts should not be washed. Replace parts if seriously contaminated. If there is oil or water on each parts check the front case oil
seals, camshaft oil seal and water pump for leaks.
INSTALLATION
1. Follow removal procedure in reverse order, noting the following.
