Accord LX Sedan L4-2254cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1998)
10. Remove the rubber seal (A) from the adjusting nut, then remove the lower cover.
11. Install the crankshaft pulley.
12. Inspect the balancer belt for cracks and oil or coolant soaking. Replace the belt if it is oil or coolant soaked. Remove any oil or solvent that gets on
the belt.
13. After inspecting, retorque the crankshaft pulley bolt to 245 Nm (25.0 kgf.m, 181 ft.lbs.).
14. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.
TENSION ADJUSTMENT
NOTE:
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Always adjust timing belt tension when the engine is cold.
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Always rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise when viewed from the pulley side. Rotating it clockwise may result in improper adjustment of the
belt tension.
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.