Lotus Esprit Series - To Remove Timing Belt; Automatic Belt Tensioner

ENGINE
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Release handle with a rapid action. A slow release will result in a high
reading, which
is caused by a small amount of internal friction stopping the
hook returning fully. Read off the tension in pounds indicated by the pointer
on the handle. Repeot several times to ensure a correct reading.
4.
Rotate the engine crankshaft by hand approximately 120° in the direction
of rotation. Repeat operations
1, 2 and 3 taking the average of three
readings for the mean belt tension.
inserted after loosening :
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Set the engine in the timing position with number one cylinder piston at
T.D.C. Align the timing mark on the crankshoft 'V' pulley or flywheel
with timing pointer. At this point the marks on the
camshaft sprocket should
also be ali
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ned with each other (figure 12).
2
Loosen the alternator fixing bolts and remove the
'V' drive belt and the
crankshaft
'V' pulley.
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For manual odiurters release the belt tension and remove the driving belt. .3
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