Gearbox adaptor plate (page 4 of 6)
- Make
- Rover
- Model
- 400 Workshop Manual
- Year
- 1995–2000
- Section
- Repairs
Engine - L SeriesGearbox adaptor plate · page 4 of 6
- Insert timing pin 18G 1523 through hole in gearbox adapter plate, hold pin in contact with flywheel, and using assistance, rotate crankshaft clockwise until timing pin enters flywheel.
CAUTION: Never use the camshaft gear, gear retaining bolt or timing belt to rotate crankshaft.
- Check that timing marks on camshaft gear and back cover are aligned.
- Fit FIP timing belt using fingers only, rotating the FIP belt drive gear fully clockwise within the slots, and then anti-clockwise until drive belt locates in gear teeth. Fitting the belt in the other possible position will not allow for correct belt adjustment.
CAUTION: If original belt is to be refitted, ensure direction of rotation mark is facing correct way.
- Using a torque wrench fitted to tensioner pulley backplate, apply a clockwise, as viewed from rear of engine, torque loading of 6 Nm to drive belt. Maintain loading and tighten tensioner pulley Allen bolt to 44 Nm.
CAUTION: Do not exceed specified torque figure.
- Remove FIP gear locking pin 18G 1717 and timing pin 18G 1523.
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