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Remove Timing Belt From Camshaft Timing Pulleys

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(a) Place matchmarks on the camshaft timing pulleys and belt.

(b) Loosen the idler pulley bolt, push it left as far as it will go and then temporarily tighten it.

(c) Remove the timing belt from the camshaft timing pulleys.

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NOTE:

• Support the belt so the meshing of the crankshaft timing pulley and timing belt does not shift.

• Be careful not to drop anything inside the timing belt cover.

• Do not allow the belt to come into contact with oil, water or dust.

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37. REMOVE CAMSHAFT TIMING PULLEYS

Secure the hexagonal portion of the camshaft, remove the bolt, plate washer and pulley. Remove the two camshaft pulleys.

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the cylinder head with the wrench.

38. REMOVE RH MOUNTING BRACKET

Remove the three bolts and bracket.

39. REMOVE NO. 4 TIMING BELT COVER

Remove the seven bolts and No. 4 timing belt cover.

40. INSPECT CAMSHAFT THRUST CLEARANCE

Using a dial indicator, measure the thrust clearance while moving the camshaft back and forth.

Standard clearance: 0.08 - 0.19 mm

(0.0031 - 0.0075 in.) Maximum clearance: 0.30 mm (0.0118 in.)

If clearance is greater than maximum, replace the camshaft and/or cylinder head.

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