Timing belt on 2.2L

[roger1]

I am putting on new t-belt OEM using the marks on belt for correct tooth count. I'm sure I got it orietated right as I counted teeth according to Haynes manual. I truned engine over prior to removing old belt and had "tick marks" on pulley line up with palstic housing and crank TDC in timing range. I don't think cam jumped more than 1/2 turn beyond marks and then I turned it back. Is it possible that it could be 180 out? They turn 1/2 turn to cranks full turn. I've been there before being 180 off on other than Subarus. Any hints would be great!! I've done this on this car before 4 years ago but may have a case of "oldtimers".

[idosubaru]

i'm not sure what your problem is. the cam and crank sprockets turn at different rates, that's normal and your marks on the belt will only line up every so many revolutions because of that. so after install or cranking the motor over once the marks won't line up any more (unless you just happen to check on the right number of revolutions).

 

where the pulleys are lined up when you remove the old belt doesn't really matter, though it's nice to get them close so you have less to do and in good shape if it's an interference motor. the only thing that matters is lining up the pulleys when installing the new belt.

 

the marks are unnecessary. although helpful, than can confuse folks. they only line up when installed and then once every so many revolutions (it's a lot).

 

to keep it simple - line up cam sprockets with marks, line up crank - install belt. and you're done. the lines are nice, particularly for the first time or when you don't do many, but not needed at all.

[Legacy777]

There is no 180 deg out with these motors. Just line up the marks and install the belt.

 

BTW, at those marks, the timing is not at TDC.

 

Also, make sure you use the correct mark on the crank gear. It is the mark at the BACK of the timing gear and not the mark on the front.

 

You can see what I'm talking about in this picture.

http://main.experiencetherave.com/subaru/images/timingbelt/DCP_2728.JPG

[roger1]

I got it! Shade tree mechanic error. I found on later post I was using arrow ant the vertical tick marks. I even circuled it in book but arrow was more obvious. % years and next service I should rember to get it right!!! Thanks for your help!!!