Mitsubishi Eclipse 1990 Service Manual page 127

ENGINE OVERHAUL
Cracks'
Rounded edge
Abnormal wear
(Fluffy strand)
Rubber exposed
Tooth missing
and canvas fibe
INSPECTION
TIMING BELT
Replace belt if any of the following conditions exist.
(1) Hardening of back rubber.
Back side is glossy without resilience and leaves no indent
when pressed with fingernail.
(2) Cracks on rubber back.
(3) Cracks or peeling of canvas.
(4) Cracks on rib root.
(5) Cracks on belt sides.
(6) Abnormal wear of belt sides. The sides are normal if
they are sharp as if cut by a knife.
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(7) Abnormal wear on teeth.
(8) Missing tooth.
AUTO TENSIONER
(1) Check the auto tensioner for possible leaks and replace
as necessary.
(2) Check the rod end for wear or damage and replace as
necessary.
(3) Measure the rod protrusion. If it is out of specification,
replace the auto tensioner.
Standard value: 12 mm
Timing
in.)