Timing belt replacement: Mitsubishi Colt, Lancer M4G13 1.3 '96> (4G13)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 1.3, 12V, |, 16V

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

Don't miss

• Do not disconnect the hose(s)

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

Preparation and removal

1. Coolant pump pulley:
2. Remove the coolant pump pulley
3. Remove the power steering pump bracket
4. Note: Do not disconnect the hose(s)
5. Turn the crankshaft to TDC for cylinder 1

6. Crankshaft pulley:
7. Remove the crankshaft pulley
8. Use a special tool to hold the crankshaft pulley
9. Timing belt covers:
10. Remove the timing belt covers
11. Loosen the tensioner pulley
12. Push the tensioner pulley away from the timing belt
13. Tighten the tensioner pulley
14. Remove the timing belt

Installation and checks

15. Check the timing marks
16. Check the tensioner and idler pulleys; renew if necessary
17. Turn the crankshaft two rotations by hand
18. Tighten the tensioner pulley
19. Align the timing marks

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