How Do You Fix A Broken Timing Belt?
A timing belt makes sure that the valves in the engine open and close in proper relation (timing) to the pistons’ up-and-down movement. Replacing the timing belt will keep the pistons moving in proper relation and get you back on the road. Replacing the timing belt Step 1 Remove battery negative connection. If there are any cooling system hoses in the way, it is a good idea to drain the cooling system first. Do that by removing the drain plug in the radiator or taking off the lower radiator hose, placing a catch basin of some kind underneath. Then if you did need to remove cooling system hoses, it will be less messy. Step 2 Remove all belts on the engine. If they are of similar size it is a good idea to identify them in some way, so you know where they go when it is time to put them back on. Find the top dead center (TDC) mark on the crankshaft pulley, line up the mark with the TDC mark usually found on the timing cover. Remove crankshaft pulley. Step 3 As necessary, remove accessories
