VALUES AND SETTINGS
Procedure for tensioning the timing belt
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K4M engine
Checking the tension and the timing.
Checking the tension
Turn the crankshaft clockwise twice (timing end), and
before the end of the second turn, tighten the pin
Mot. 1489 in the cylinder block and move the
crankshaft slowly and smoothly to rest on the pin.
Remove the Top Dead Centre pin.
Check that the pulley indices are aligned, otherwise
continue with the tensioning procedure.
Checking the timing
Ensure that the tension wheel indices are in the
correct position before checking the setting of the
timing.
Tighten the pin Mot. 1489 in the cylinder block and
move the crankshaft slowly and smoothly to rest on
the pin.
Fit (without forcing) tool Mot. 1496 for setting the
camshaft (the camshaft grooves must be horizontal).
The timing setting and tensioning operation must
be repeated if the tool does not engage.
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