CITROEN C5 Handbook page 126

C8
CHECKING AND SETTING THE VALVE TIMING
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Engine : 3FZ 2003
Position tool [4].
Slacken the screw (10) while holding tool [4].
Using the hexagonal recess (D), turn the eccentric hub (11) of the tensioner roller (12) (clockwise), to detension the
belt. The cursor (13) moves against the tool [4].
Remove the timing belt.
Refitting.
Systematically replace the timing belt.
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IMPERATIVE : Check that the rollers (12) and (14), as well as the coolant pump (15) turn freely (No play,
no tight spot).
When replacing the belt (14), tighten the fixing to 3,5 ± 0,3 m.daN.
Position the belt on the crankshaft pinion (16), respecting its direction of fitting.
Immobilise the belt, using tool [6].
Refit the timing belt, well-tensioned, in the following sequence:
- Guide roller (14).
- Pinion (17).
- Pinion (18).
- Coolant pump (15).
- Tensioner roller (12).
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