What is the method for removing a timing belt?

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Katherine
07/30/25 2:09am
Timing belt removal method: 1. Lift the car with a jack; 2. Remove the engine bottom plate; 3. After removing the bottom plate, the timing belt becomes visible; 4. Remove the exposed old timing belt; 5. Install a new timing belt; 6. Timing belt replacement completed. The function of the timing belt is to transmit the crankshaft's force to drive components such as the water pump and charging generator. The installation method for the timing belt is: 1. Loosen the generator fixing screw and the timing belt tension adjustment screw; 2. Push the generator towards the engine to minimize the distance between the timing pulleys, then properly position the timing belt; 3. Adjust the timing belt tension to the appropriate level, and tighten the engine fixing screw and adjustment screw.
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