Civic Sedan L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC (D16A6) MFI (1990)
Tension Adjustment
CAUTION:Always adjust timing belt tension with the engine cold.
NOTE:
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Inspect the timing belt before belt tension adjusting.
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Tensioner is spring-loaded to apply proper tension to the belt automatically after making the following adjustment:
1. Set the No.1 piston at TDC.
2. Loosen, but do not remove, the adjust bolt.
3. Rotate crankshaft counterclockwise 3-teeth on camshaft pulley to create tension on timing belt.
4. Tighten adjust bolt.
5. If pulley bolt broke loose while turning crank, retorque it to: 165 Nm (16.5 kg-m, 119 lb-ft)
NOTE: Put transmission in gear and set parking brake before retorquing pulley bolt.
Replacement
NOTE: Inspect the water pump after removing the timing belt