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Mazda Protege DX L4-1.6L DOHC (2000)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Belt: Specifications (page 6 of 13)

Make
Mazda
Model
Protege DX
Engine
L4-1.6L DOHC
Year
2000
Section
Timing Belt
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 6 of 13
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Note:  Mark the timing belt rotation on the belt for proper reinstallation.

Tensioner, Tensioner Spring Installation Note

1. Measure the tensioner spring free length.

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If not as specified, replace the tensioner spring.

Free length: 61.8 mm (2.43 inch)

2. Install the tensioner.
3. Install the tensioner spring with the damper rubber closing face on the right side.

4. Temporarily secure the tensioner with the spring fully extended.

Timing Belt Installation Note

1. Verify that the timing belt pulley mark and camshaft pulley marks are aligned with the timing marks as shown.

Note:  Face the marks (I) and (E) of the camshaft pulley straight up, then align the timing marks with the horizontal surface on the cylinder head.

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