How do I install a timing belt

JEFFJ

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2006 KIA SORENTO
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I had a bad timing gear on my car listed above it is a 3500 LX model and removed timing belt. Will install new belt but need to know how to set the timing as this engine has four camshafts.

Friday, December 2nd, 2011 AT 7:20 PM

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RASMATAZ

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Put the engine number one piston on its compression stroke/TDC and align the cams to its markings.

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Friday, December 2nd, 2011 AT 7:33 PM

RIVERMIKERAT

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JeffJ, did you get the timing belt changed successfully on this? Do you need other pictures or directions?

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Saturday, February 11th, 2012 AT 6:49 AM

JEFFJ

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Took it to Kia for safety of engine.

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Saturday, February 11th, 2012 AT 9:52 AM

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Oh, expensive. Next time you have a repair, try using a Haynes manual, or buy a one month subscription to the same service we use here:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/mitchell1eautorepair-car-repair-manuals

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Saturday, February 11th, 2012 AT 10:34 PM