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SOHC Model (Inspection Of Timing Belt Position)

  1. Remove the timing belt cover (LH).
  2. Rotate the crank pulley to set #1 cylinder piston to top dead center of compression stroke and check the followings.
    1. Confirm that the arrow (A) of camshaft pulley LH points in an upward direction.
      Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Pulley LH Points Location
      G06347996Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Remove the sealing rubber (B) of timing belt cover RH.
    3. Confirm that the arrow (C) of camshaft pulley RH points in an upward direction.
      Fig 2: Identifying Camshaft Pulley RH Points Location
      G06347997Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. If the camshaft pulley or timing belt position is not appropriate, check the faulty part and repair or replace as required.