How Do You Replace A Car Timing Belt?
Replacing the timing belt on your car, though not easy, can be done in your driveway. Replacing the timing belt is more complicated than replacing a fan belt and involves much more work. When changing the timing belt, it is a good idea to replace the water pump also since it has to be removed in the process. Learn how to replace a car timing belt by following these steps. Step 1 Disconnect the battery and remove the distributor cap. If your car doesn’t have a distributor, make sure the cam position sensor is at “Top Dead Center” (TDC). Consult a repair manual made for your specific vehicle to determine this. Step 2 Rotate the engine so the timing mark on the crankshaft pulley is in line with the “0” mark on the timing scale. Rotate the engine until the distributor rotor is aligned with the index mark on the distributor housing. Step 3 Remove bolts, screws, other belts and parts that interfere with the removal of the timing belt. Each model is different and has different parts in the wa
