Mitsubishi 4G1 Service Manual page 334

Abnormal wear
(Fluffy strand)
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REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
TIMING BELT REMOVAL
tion.
NOTE
the removed timing belt, sprocket, and tensioner must
be kept free from oil and water. Do not immerse parts in
cleaning solvent.
(2) If there is oil or water on any part, check the front case
oil seal, camshaft oil seal and water pump for leaks.
CAMSHAFT SPROCKET BOLT REMOVAL
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 finger-
nail.
(2) Cracks on rubber back
(3) Cracks or peeling of canvas
(4) Cracks on tooth bottom
(5) Cracks on belt
(6) Abnormal wear of belt sides. The sides are normal if they
are sharp as if cut by a knife.