An inspection of the timing belt should be performed at least any time the upper timing belt cover is off. If the timing belt shows any signs of failure, it should be replaced. Recommended timing belt replacement intervals can be found in Section 1 of this manual.
| Fig. 1: Check for premature parting of the belt |
| Fig. 2: Check if the teeth are cracked or damaged |
| Fig. 3: Look for noticeable cracks or wear on the belt face |
| Fig. 4: You may only have damage on one side of the belt; if so, the guide could be the culprit |
| Fig. 5: Foreign materials can get in between the teeth and cause damage |
| Fig. 6: Inspect the timing belt for cracks, fraying, glazing or damage of any kind |
| Fig. 7: Damage on only one side of the timing belt may indicate a faulty guide |
| Fig. 8: ALWAYS replace the timing belt at the interval specified by the manufacturer |