Galant L4-2.4L (4G69) (2004)
CAUTION: Never turn the crankshaft counterclockwise.
1. Turn the crankshaft clockwise, align each timing mark to set number 1 cylinder to TDC of its compression stroke.
2. Remove the timing belt under cover rubber plug and then set special tool MD998738.
3. Screw in special tool MD998738 with hands until it contacts the timing belt tensioner arm.
CAUTION: Special tool MD998738 can be gradually installed at a rate of a 30 degree turn per second. If it is screwed in all at once, the
timing belt tensioner adjuster rod will not easily retract and special tool MD998738 may bend.
4. Gradually screw in special tool MD998738 and then align the timing belt tensioner adjuster rod set hole A with the timing belt tensioner