Adjusting Timing Belt Tension

2002 Hyundai Accent GL, AutomaticSECTION Adjusting Timing Belt Tension
  1. Lift the vehicle by using of jack.
  2. Rotate the steering wheel counter-clockwise thoroughly.
    NOTE: Do watch not to over load.
  3. Remove the engine support bracket.
    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Support Bracket
    G01122176Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the water pump pulley.
  5. Remove the timing belt upper cover.
    Fig 2: Identifying Timing Belt Upper Cover
    G01122177Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the spark plug.
  7. Place the piston of No.1 cylinder to TDC of the compression stroke by rotating the crankshaft clockwise.
    NOTE: Crankshaft is to be rotated clockwise otherwise, the tension is inadequately adjusted.
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