MX-6 LS V6-2.5L DOHC (1997)
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Hold the crankshaft by using the SST.
CAUTION: The crankshaft position sensor rotor is on the rear of the pulley, and can be damaged easily.
TIMING BELT DISASSEMBLY NOTE
1. Temporarily install the crankshaft pulley bolt
2. Turn the crankshaft clockwise to align the timing marks of the pulleys
CAUTION: When removing the bolt, hold the tensioner so that the bolt holes are aligned, otherwise the threads can be damaged.
3. Remove the auto tensioner bolts gradually in five or six steps in the order shown.
CAUTION: The following will damage the belt and shorten its life, Forcefully twisting it, Turning it inside out, bending it, or allowing oil or
grease on it.
4. Mark the timing belt rotation on the belt for proper reinstallation.
TIMING BELT AUTO TENSIONER ASSEMBLY NOTE
CAUTION: Do not press the tensioner rod to more than 9,807 N (1,000 kgf, 2,200 lbs.), It will damage the tensioner.