Ford Corsar Repair Manual page 107

TIMING BELT -Inspection-
Item to check
Side surface is worn.
Teeth are worn.
OilICoolant or water is
stuck to belt.
Coolant leakage at water pump
Poor belt cover sealing
Problem
Side surface of belt is worn to such an
extent that there is no trace of cutoff
performed during manufacturing process.
Belt corners are worn and round.
Wicks are frayed and coming out.
S E M 3 9 6 A
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Canvas on tooth face is worn down.
Canvas on tooth is fluffy, rubber layer is
worn down and faded white, or canvas
texture is unclear.
S E M 3 9 7 A
Cause
Improper installation of belt
Malfunctioning crank pulley plateltiming
belt plate
Poor belt cover sealing
Coolant leakage at water pump
Camshaft not functioning properly
Distributor not functioning properly
Excessive belt tension
Poor oil sealing of each oil seal