Arctic Cat 700 Diesel ATV 2007 Service Manual page 61

8. Rotate the engine in the direction of rotation
(clockwise facing the timing belt) until the refer-
ence mark (A) on the camshaft pulley aligns with
the reference mark (B) on the cylinder head.
9. Check that the reference mark (C) on the timing
belt drive pulley aligns with the reference mark
(D) on the oil pump housing.
10. Loosen the retaining nut on the timing belt idler
pulley; then loosen the belt and remove from the
engine.
! CAUTION
Do not rotate the camshaft or valve damage could
occur.
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Inspecting
1. Check the timing belt for missing cogs, cracks, or
bare cords showing. Replace if any of the condi-
tions are present.
2. Inspect the drive and driven pulleys for wear,
burrs, or dirt build-up between cogs. Clean and
remove burrs as required.
3. Inspect the timing belt cover for cracks, seal dam-
age, or signs of oil leakage. If oil is present, locate
and repair any leaks. Thoroughly clean all oil from
the timing belt cover and pulleys.
Installing
1. Check that the reference mark (C) on the timing
belt drive pulley is aligned with the reference mark
(D) on the oil pump housing and the reference
mark (A) on the camshaft drive pulley is aligned
with the reference mark (B) on the cylinder head.
NOTE: If the camshaft or crankshaft has been
rotated, use the following procedure to safely
realign the reference marks.
A. Carefully rotate the crankshaft until the refer-
ence mark (C) on the timing belt drive pulley is
approximately 90° from the reference mark (D)
on the oil pump housing.
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