2.5 L (Turbo) Model

Protect the radiator with cardboard and blanket.
Remove the V-belts. < Ref. to V-BELT . >
Remove the A/C compressor V-belt tensioner.
Remove the pulley bolt. Use the ST to lock crankshaft.
ST 499977100 CRANK PULLEY WRENCH

Fig 1: Removing V-Belts Using ST 499977100 Crank Pulley Wrench
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Remove the crank pulley.
Remove the belt cover (LH).
Remove the belt cover (RH).
Remove the front belt cover.
Remove the timing belt guide.

Fig 2: Removing Crank Pulley
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  Fig 3: Removing Belt Cover (LH)
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  Fig 4: Removing Belt Cover (RH)
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  Fig 5: Removing Front Belt Cover
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Turn the crankshaft and align the alignment marks on crankshaft, and left and right cam sprockets with notches of belt cover and cylinder block. Use the ST to turn crankshaft.
ST 499987500 CRANKSHAFT SOCKET

Fig 6: Aligning Marks On Crankshaft With Notches Of Belt Cover And Cylinder Block Using ST 499987500 Crankshaft Socket
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Fig 7: Aligning Marks On Left And Right Cam Sprockets With Notches Of Belt Cover And Cylinder Block Using ST 499987500 Crankshaft Socket
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Remove the belt idler.

Fig 8: Removing Belt Idler
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Remove the timing belt.
Remove the automatic belt tension adjuster assembly.

Fig 9: Removing Automatic Belt Tension Adjuster Assembly
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Install in the reverse order of removal. < Ref. to TIMING BELT . >

CAUTION: When installing the timing belt, be sure to align all alignment marks on the belt with corresponding marks on the sprockets. If incorrectly installed, interference between pistons and valves may occur.