Tribute 4WD L4-2.3L Hybrid (2008)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
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ENGINE FRONT COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - HYBRID
Removal
CAUTION: Do not loosen or remove the crankshaft pulley bolt without first installing the special tools as instructed in this procedure. The crankshaft
pulley and the crankshaft timing sprocket are not keyed to the crankshaft. The crankshaft, the crankshaft sprocket and the pulley are fitted together by
friction, using diamond washers between the flange faces on each part. For that reason, the crankshaft sprocket is also unfastened if you loosen the pulley
bolt. Before any repair requiring loosening or removal of the crankshaft pulley bolt, the crankshaft and camshafts must be locked in place by the special
tools otherwise severe engine damage can occur.
CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning
gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. See See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair/Lifting.
2. Remove the accessory drive belt. See - See: Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Drive Belt/Service and Repair.
3. Remove the crankshaft pulley. See - See: Cylinder Block Assembly/Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley/Service and Repair.
