[ljknew97]

so i got new serpentine belts and timing belt, and waterpump.

i got it all apart. but in the process nothing is alligned right any more.
all my timing marks are out of wack... any suggestions to make sure its all in the correct spot?

AHHH help!

 

[EscortLX97]

Appently you have not done you search on the how to secction and the whole feoa site. But any ways here it goes. Again.

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

CAUTION: DO NOT rotate camshafts with timing belt removed, or engine damage may result.

TIMING BELT

Removal (Escort & Tracer)

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Place cylinder No. 1 to TDC of compression stroke. Remove accessory drive belt and tensioner.
   Remove timing belt cover. Raise and support vehicle. Remove right hand splash shield. Remove crankshaft pulley. Align timing marks.
   
   
   
   
2. Loosen timing belt tensioner. Using an 8-mm hex wrench, turn tensioner 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Insert 1/8 drill bit to lock tensioner in place. If reusing old belt, mark belt with arrow to indicate original direction of rotation. Remove timing belt.

Installation

1. Ensure timing marks are still aligned. Install timing belt in a counterclockwise direction starting at the crankshaft. If reusing old belt, ensure it is installed in original direction of rotation.
   Keep belt span between crankshaft and camshaft tight while installing timing belt over camshaft.
   
2. Remove drill bit and tighten tensioner bolt. Rotate crankshaft clockwise 2 revolutions. Recheck timing mark alignment. To complete
   installation, reverse removal procedure.

 

[ljknew97]

am i totally screwed?

the belts off and camshaft is not in the right position.


im new to this stuff and bit off more than i can chew... trying my best.

 

[madmatt2024]

Just turn the camshaft with a socket wrench until the mark is in the right place. You aren't going to damage anything as your engine is a non-interference design.

 

[EscortLX97]

Just turn the camshaft with a socket wrench until the mark is in the right place. You aren't going to damage anything as your engine is a non-interference design.

Dont forget to mention Piston 1 at TDC

 

[ljknew97]

seems ok...

thanks for the help.. i was seriously scared.