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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA1976CELICA ST, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICAL20R 4 CYLINDERTIMING CHAININSTALLATION
1976 Toyota Celica ST, Standard Trans
Timing Chain: Installation
1976 Toyota Celica ST, Standard TransSECTION Installation
- Turn crankshaft until shaft key is at TDC and slide sprocket over key. Position chain with chromed link over sprocket and aligned with mark on sprocket (See Fig 1).
- Install cam sprocket in chain so that timing mark on sprocket is located between two chromed links on chain (See Fig 2). Slide oil pump drive spline over crankshaft key. Install new timing cover gasket after first cleaning mounting surface. Turn cam sprocket counterclockwise to remove slack from chain and install timing chain cover.
- Continue installation in reverse of removal procedure and set cam timing as follows: With engine at number one cylinder TDC on compression stroke, position camshaft so that dowel on sprocket flange is at 12 o'clock position. Complete reassembly procedure.
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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.