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Checking semi-automatic toothed belt tensioner
Checking semi-automatic toothed belt tensioner
Installation position
   
l  The retainer -arrow- must be in the notch in cylinder head.
Test procedure
l  The engine must be no more than warm to touch.
–  Position crankshaft at TDC for cylinder No. 1.
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–  Press toothed belt forcefully with thumb. The indicator -2- must move.
–  Release toothed belt and turn crankshaft 2 revolutions in direction of engine rotation until engine is again at TDC No. 1 cylinder. It is important that the last 45° rotation (1/8 turn) is performed without interruption.
–  The tensioning roller must return to its initial position. (Notch -1- and indicator -2- align again.)
  Note
Check using a mirror.
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Compression test > < Installing toothed belt