INSPECTION / REPAIR

B2-85prose procedure

OIL JET

Check the oil jets for clogging by applying compressed air. Replace if necessary.

1
Replace the timing belt if there is any oil or grease on it.
2
Check the timing belt for damage, wear, peeling, cracks, and hardening. Replace the timing belt if necessary.

CAUTION

The following will damage the belt and shorten its life: Forcefully twisting it, turning it inside out, bending it, or allowing oil or grease on it.

CAUTION

Using cleaning fluids or a steam cleaner to clean the tensioner can dissolve the grease in its sealed bearing.

1
Use a clean, soft rag to wipe the tensioner or idler contact surface.
2
If the tensioner or idler does not rotate smoothly, replace it.
3
If there are silicone oil leaks, scratches or abnormal noise when turning the tensioner or idler, replace it.
4
Check the tensioner pulley for rough rotation and abnormal noise. Replace it if necessary.
5
Check the auto tensioner for oil leakage. Replace it if necessary.
6
Check the tensioner rod projection (A). Replace the auto tensioner if necessary.

Specification	Value
Projection (A) (free length)	14–16 mm {0.56–0.62 in}

Projection (A) (free length)

14–16 mm {0.56–0.62 in}

Inspect the teeth of each pulley for wear, deformation, and other damage. Replace if necessary.

Inspect the timing belt covers for damage and cracks. Replace if necessary.