1.) Locate front timing belt inspection cover on the left side of the valve cover when facing towards the rear of the vehicle. It's a black plastic "box"
2.) Find and remove 2x 8mm bolts
3.) Remove cover (move or release line that are in the way)
4.) Belt will show with both front cam gears
5.) Check for cracks and abrasions among the belt, crank engine over to check different areas
6.) Also check for kevlar build up due to age and wear
7.) Reverse steps 3 - 1 to install cover
- Average Time: 5+ minutes
- Scheduled Maintenace: check every 10K - 15K miles, replace every 60K miles
- Writted by Erik Melander