MX-5 Miata LS L4-1.8L DOHC (2001)
1. Insert the key into the timing belt pulley, facing the tapered side downward. Push the key until it stops.
Tensioner and Tensioner Spring Assembly Note
1. Install the tensioner spring so that the chamfer of dumping rubber faces the right side as shown.
2. Push the tensioner in the direction of the arrow and hand-tighten the lock bolt.
Timing Belt Assembly Note
1. Verify that all timing marks are correctly aligned.
Pulley Boss Assembly Note
1. Install the pulley boss and pulley lock bolt. Turn the crankshaft clockwise 1 and 5/6 times, and verify that the timing mark and the tension set mark
A are aligned.