Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse L4-2.4L (4G69)FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
System Specifications
Timing Belt tensioner
Lift with your fingers the balancer timing belt tensioner in the direction of the arrow. Apply a tensile torque of [3.0 ± 0.4 Nm (26 ± 4 in-lb)] to the balancer timing belt so the belt is tense without any looseness. Tighten the assembling bolt to the specified torque in this state. Then, fix the balancer timing belt tensioner.
Tightening torque 19 ± 3 Nm (14 ± 2 ft-lb)
Timing Belt Cover
Tightening torque for bolt M6 (Bolt, washer assembly) 9.0 ± 1.0 Nm (80 ± 8 in-lb)
Tightening torque for bolt M6 (Flange bolt and nut) 11 ± 1 Nm (98 ± 8 in-lb)
Tightening torque for bolt M8 14 ± 1 Nm (124 ± 8 in-lb)
Crankshaft Damper Pulley
Tightening torque 25 ± 4 Nm (18 ± 3 ft-lb)
Lift with your fingers the balancer timing belt tensioner in the direction of the arrow. Apply a tensile torque of [3.0 ± 0.4 Nm (26 ± 4 in-lb)] to the balancer timing belt so the belt is tense without any looseness. Tighten the assembling bolt to the specified torque in this state. Then, fix the balancer timing belt tensioner.
Tightening torque 19 ± 3 Nm (14 ± 2 ft-lb)
Timing Belt Cover
Tightening torque for bolt M6 (Bolt, washer assembly) 9.0 ± 1.0 Nm (80 ± 8 in-lb)
Tightening torque for bolt M6 (Flange bolt and nut) 11 ± 1 Nm (98 ± 8 in-lb)
Tightening torque for bolt M8 14 ± 1 Nm (124 ± 8 in-lb)
Crankshaft Damper Pulley
Tightening torque 25 ± 4 Nm (18 ± 3 ft-lb)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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