1995 Ford Escort timeing

1995 FORD ESCORT
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BLAIN S
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1995 Ford Escort 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive 163663 miles

how do you set the timeing on the 1.9 engine? someone else took off the belt so i dont know if they moved the pullies so i need to set the timeing before i put the belt on. are there marks and where would they be located...ty
Apr 2, 2009 at 8:21 PM
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Installation 1.Install camshaft sprocket if removed. Tighten retaining bolt to specification. 2.Install timing belt over sprockets in counterclockwise direction, starting at crankshaft. CAUTION:Maintain tension on timing belt between crankshaft and camshaft sprockets when installing belt over remaining sprockets. 3.Loosen belt tensioner retaining bolt. Allow belt tensioner to apply tension on timing belt. 4.Rotate crankshaft 2 full revolutions clockwise and realign timing marks. DO NOT rotate crankshaft counterclockwise. Tighten belt tensioner retaining bolt to specification 5.To install remaining components, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specification.


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Apr 2, 2009 at 8:31 PM
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