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

Timing Belt: Specifications (page 5 of 13)

Make
Mazda
Model
Protege LX
Engine
L4-1.6L DOHC
Year
2000
Section
Timing Belt
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 5 of 13
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1. Suspend the engine using the SST

Pulley Lock Bolt Removal/Installation Note

1. Remove the crankshaft using the SST

Timing Belt Removal Note

1. Install the pulley boss and pulley lock bolt.

2. Turn the crankshaft clockwise and align the timing marks.

Note: 
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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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The pulley boss position pin on the crankshaft should be facing straight up.

3. Loosen the tensioner lock bolt.

4. Push the tensioner in the direction of the arrow and hand-tighten the lock bolt.

Caution:  Forcefully twisting is the timing belt turning it inside out, or allowing oil or grease on It will damage the belt and shorten its life.

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