Tucson V6-2.7L (2005)
16. Remove the tensioner pulley (A) and timing belt idler pulley (B).
17. Remove the crankshaft sprocket.
18. Remove camshaft sprockets. Hold the hexagonal head wrench portion of the camshaft with a wrench and remove the bolt and camshaft sprocket.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the cylinder head and valve lifter with the wrench.
INSPECTION
SPROCKETS, TENSIONER, IDLER
1. Check the camshaft sprocket, crankshaft sprocket, tensioner pulley, and idler pulley for abnormal wear, cracks, or damage. Replace as necessary.
2. Inspect the tensioner pulley and the idler pulley for easy and smooth rotation and check for play or noise. Replace as necessary.
3. Replace the pulley if there is a grease leak from its bearing.
TIMING BELT
1. Check the belt for oil or dust deposits.
Replace, if necessary.
Small deposits should be wiped away with a dry cloth or paper. Do not clean with solvent.
2. When the engine is overhauled or belt tension adjusted, check the belt carefully. If any of the following flaws are evident, replace the belt.
NOTE:
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Do not bend, twist or turn the timing belt inside out.
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Do not allow the timing belt to come into contact with oil, water and steam.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the crankshaft sprocket.
Align the pulley set key with the key groove the crankshaft sprocket and slide on the crankshaft sprocket.
2. Install the camshaft sprockets and tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
1) Temporarily install the camshaft sprocket bolts.
2) Hold the hexagonal head wrench portion of the camshaft with a wrench, and tighten the camshaft sprocket bolts.
Tightening torque
Camshaft sprocket bolt 90 - 110 Nm (900 - 1100 kgf-cm, 65 - 80 ft. lbs.)