RAM 50 4WD L4-143 2.3L DSL Turbo VIN J FI (1983)
Fig. 6 Timing belt B tension adjustment
7.
Align timing marks of silent shaft sprockets and crankshaft sprocket. Install timing belt B with no slack on tension side. Push down on B belt with
finger at point A as in Fig. 6.
8.
Place tensioner B against timing belt B so belt has slight spring tension. Tighten tensioner B nut and bolt. Tighten nut first, then bolt.
Fig. 7 Deflection test of timing belt B
9.
Check deflection of timing belt B, Fig. 7. Deflection should be from 0.16 - 0.20 inch.
10.
Move tensioner fully toward water pump and secure.
Fig. 8 Timing belt installation & sprocket timing mark alignment
11.
Align timing marks of three sprockets, Fig. 8, and install timing belt. When installing timing belt onto sprocket make sure tension side is not slack.
Install belt onto crankshaft sprocket, injection pump sprocket and camshaft sprocket in that order. Reinstall belt in original direction of drive.
12.
Loosen tensioner mounting bolts and allow tensioner to apply tension to belt by spring force. Check belt at camshaft sprocket for correct
