Timing belt replacement: Honda Accord 98> 1.6 (D16B6, D16B7)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 1.6, 16V

• Timing position: the crankshaft or camshaft is set and locked during this job

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

Preparation and removal

1. Coolant pump renewal is recommended after timing belt removal
2. Disconnect the battery
3. Turn the crankshaft to TDC for cylinder 1
4. Loosen the adjustment bolt
5. Remove the air-conditioning drive belt

6. Remove the dipstick
7. Remove the timing belt upper cover
8. Remove the idler pulley
9. Use a trolley jack to support the engine
10. Disconnect the earth cable
11. Turn the crankshaft anti-clockwise by 3 teeth on the camshaft gearwheel
12. Remove the crankshaft pulley
13. Loosen the crankshaft pulley
14. Remove the dipstick tube
15. Remove the crankshaft position sensor

Installation and checks

16. Fit the timing belt clockwise, starting at the crankshaft gearwheel
17. Check that tension is applied to the belt
18. Tighten the tensioner
19. Check the timing marks again
20. Refit the alternator belt
21. Refit the power steering pump
22. Refit the power steering pump belt
23. Tighten the tensioner
24. Reconnect the battery

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