Timing belt replacement: Mitsubishi Pajero 3000 V6 SOHC 1994 1997 3.0 (6G72)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 3.0, V6, |, 24V

• Timing position: the crankshaft or camshaft is set and locked during this job
• Special tools named: torque wrench

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• Use a wrench to counterhold

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📐 34 workshop diagrams for 6G72

Real factory drawings for this job — timing marks, bolt locations and routing. Locked in the free view.

📋 Procedure

Preparation and removal

1. Compress the tensioner
2. Check the tensioner and idler pulleys; renew if necessary
3. Check the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and oil contamination
4. Remove the expansion tank
5. Remove the radiator

6. Remove the fan and fan housing
7. Remove the ancillary drive belts
8. Use a special tool:
9. Loosen the tensioner pulley
10. Note: Use a wrench to counterhold
11. Use a special tool:
12. Remove all the timing belt covers
13. Loosen the tensioner pulley
14. Remove the tensioner pulley

Installation and checks

15. Check the timing marks
16. The force needed should be approximately (N)
17. Fit the locked tensioner
18. Turn the camshaft gearwheel anti-clockwise and stretch the timing belt
19. Note: Avoid bending, torsion or traction
20. Use a torque wrench to adjust the timing belt tension
21. Tighten the tensioner pulley
22. Wait for 5 minutes
23. Use the special tool
24. Refit the timing covers
25. Refit all other parts in the reverse order of removal

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