How to Align the Timing of the New Santana?
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New Santana timing method is as follows: 1. Rotate the engine until cylinders 1 and 6 reach top dead center. 2. Assemble all gears except the camshaft gear. There is a mark on the engine block; align the mark on the camshaft gear with this mark. 3. Rotate the engine to approximately 22 degrees before top dead center, adjust the fuel injection pump to the state where the first cylinder just starts to discharge fuel, and tighten the screws. 4. Install the CKP sensor fixing bolts according to the standard torque, remove the crankshaft position sensor calibration tool, and the engine valve timing correction work is fully completed.
The timing adjustment for the new Santana requires special tools. I just helped a friend with it last week. First, use the crankshaft positioning pin to lock the cylinder block positioning hole, ensuring the No.1 piston is at top dead center. Then, secure the camshaft's rear groove with the camshaft fixture—this position must align precisely with the cylinder head mark. When loosening the tensioner to remove the old belt, I noticed the tensioner pointer had deviated too far—no wonder his car idled roughly. Pay special attention to the tooth groove direction when installing the new belt, starting from the crankshaft gear and routing it counterclockwise, finally locking the tensioner to return the pointer to the green zone. After installation, the most crucial step is manually turning the crankshaft two full revolutions and rechecking the marks. Once, I skipped this step in a hurry and ended up bending the valves. The whole process involves removing the undercover and the right front wheel, which is quite laborious. It's advisable to have a 10mm socket and torque wrench ready.
