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Kia Spectra GSX L4-1.8L (2000)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Belt: Specifications (page 10 of 11)

Make
Kia
Model
Spectra GSX
Engine
L4-1.8L
Year
2000
Section
Timing Belt
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 10 of 11
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10. Check that "I" mark on intake camshaft pulley "E" mark on exhaust camshaft pulley are aligned with marks on cylinder head cover.
11. If they are not aligned, remove timing belt and start process from tensioner installation.

12. Measure timing belt deflection by applying moderate pressure midway between camshaft pulleys. If deflection is not correct, repeat from tensioner

installation.

Deflection pressure:  22 lbs. (98 N. 10 kg) 
Deflection:  0.36 - 0.45 (9.0 - 11.0 mm)

13. Install lower and upper timing belt covers in that order.

Tightening torque:  70 - 96 in. lbs. (7.9 - 10.7 Nm, 0.8 - 1.1 kg-m) 

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