Change a Timing Belt on a 4G63
Changing a timing belt is a real precise job. It can be either very difficult or very easy with no in between.
Steps
- Remove accessory pulleys.
- Remove accessory cover.
- Loosen tensioner pulley.
- Remove auto-tensioner.
- Remove belt.
- Line up timing marks on gears and install a new belt.
- Compress the tensioner and then reinstall.
- Tighten the tensioner pulley.
- Reinstall the accessory cover.
- Reinstall the crank and timing pulleys.
Warnings
- Make sure all timing marks are lined up or your motor will not run correct.
Things You'll Need
- Vise
- Small Allen key or something to hold compressed tensioner
- 10mm Socket
- 12mm Socket
- Short Extension
- Ratchet
- 14mm Socket
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