Timing belt replacement issue

2002 HONDA CIVIC

150,000 MILES • 1.7L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

RANDYHOFNER

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I did a head gasket and timing belt with water pump and tensioner. I started it and ran fine. shut off and started again but belt jumped two teeth on belt. Why did I do something wrong on the tensioner?

Jan 8, 2022 at 10:36 PM

SQM

✓Experienced Mechanic
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Hello,

If it is not torqued or aligned properly or having a defective component can lead to a jumped tooth.
If the tension is not putting proper tension this can happen as well.

I have attached the complete replacement procedure for the timing belt as well as the tensioner below. Take a look and go through the steps to see if you might have overlooked something.

And always keep in mind that faulty components can many times play a critical part, rather than a procedure issue. But you first want to make sure all the steps are done properly.

Let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-timing-belt-works

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Jan 9, 2022 at 2:33 AM

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