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.
Turbo Model
- Remove the radiator fan and air conditioner fan. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Radiator Main Fan and Fan Motor. > < Ref. to REMOVAL , Radiator Sub Fan and Fan Motor. >
- Protect the radiator with cardboard and blanket.
- Remove the V-belts. < Ref. to REMOVAL , V-belt. >
- Remove the A/C compressor V-belt tensioner.
- Remove the pulley bolt. Using the ST, lock the crankshaft.
ST 499977400 CRANK PULLEY WRENCH
- Remove the crank pulley.
- Remove the A/C compressor V-belt tensioner.
- Remove the belt cover (LH).
- Remove the belt cover (RH).
- Remove the front belt cover.
- 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
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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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