timing belt replaced and is still off by one notch..

Asked by Elantra_3062 Feb 11, 2017 at 03:42 AM about the 1998 Dodge Neon Sport Coupe FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My timing belt on 98 dodge neon dohc  was replaced it is still one notch
off ....how to fix.

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Paul answered 7 years ago

Tske it all apart and find top dead cente on the compression stroke , you need to line up the marks correctly....it's a pain

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beatupchevy answered 7 years ago

I've read that some should have the motor turned by hand a few times after installing it to make sure it is aligned right .

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Bob answered 7 years ago

After replacing a timing belt the engine should be turned over by hand, 2 revolutions in the direction that the engine normally turns. This allows the belt to fully seat in the cogs and the tensioner to tension the belt. Then you recheck the timing marks before reassembly. Do NOT turn the engine backwards or the belt may jump timing.

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