Timing Belt: Inspection

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Remove ignition coil cover. See Fig 1.
Remove the front upper cover. See Fig 2.
Inspect the timing belt for cracks and oil or coolant soaking. Replace the belt if it is oil or coolant soaked. Remove any oil or solvent that gets on belt. See Fig 3.

Fig 1: Removing Ignition Coil Cover

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Fig 2: Removing Front Upper Cover

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Fig 3: Inspecting Timing Belt For Cracks & Oil Or Coolant Soaking

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