Timing belt marks?

Tiny
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In the middle of replacing timing belt on my truck. Haynes manual shows a timing belt guide ( looks like a big washer) that slides onto crankshaft. There was no guide on it when I tore it apart ( broken belt was not OEM, so someone has been in it before). Ford does not list one for my year truck, but does for 1996, and back. I am told the washer would to keep the belt from sliding, but I do not see how it could slide (much). Any help would be appreciated.
Saturday, July 7th, 2018 AT 1:16 PM

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Tiny
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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros. Com.

I just read through the removal and replacement process for this year. Nothing is mentioned about a guide. I have attached several pictures. The first ones are the directions for removal direct from Mitchel Prodemand (snap-on). You will see there is nothing mentioned. The last pictures are of the engine and nothing is indicated.

Let me know if this helps.

Take care,
Joe
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Saturday, July 7th, 2018 AT 9:27 PM
Tiny
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Joe,

After the belt broke, and I took everything apart, I was careful to put all of the bolts, washers, etc. In clear plastic Ziploc bags, and I did not remember seeing the belt guide. I had to let it sit for a couple of weeks before I could get to putting it back together; when I started on it again, I got stuck on the timing, and a couple of people said, more as an afterthought, " do not forget to put the belt guide back on." Haynes manual shows one in a picture, but does not mention it. Now, both yourself, and the parts counter guy at the Ford dealership tell me that there is not one for my year truck. In the words of my favorite character from "O Brother, Where Art Thou, " Delmar, says, " Well, I am with you fellows." I am going to start buttoning her back up, sans a belt guide. Thanks for the help.
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Sunday, July 8th, 2018 AT 2:05 PM
Tiny
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First, that is a good idea to keep the parts removed in ziplock bags. I do it myself sometimes because there are so many things to keep track of. Then, with a sharpie, I label where each bag came from. It make it ten times faster to put things back together.

So, with that being said, I feel you are an organized person. If you do not have the part, do not remember seeing it, my manual does not show one, and the parts man at a Ford dealership said it does not exist on that year, I feel confident you have done it right.

This has been driving me crazy. LOL I think I may have figured out why your engine is different. Up until 1997, the 2.3L was used. In 1998, the 2.5 was introduced in this vehicle. Maybe you are looking at a 2.3 in the manual which is different. I believe the 2.3L did have the guide.

Regardless, I hope I have helped in some way. Take care and let me know if you have other questions.

Joe
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Sunday, July 8th, 2018 AT 8:28 PM
Tiny
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Please tell me how to turn the bolt on the crank shaft pully so I can loose the bolt and take the pully off? The entire engine turns when I turn the bolt. I also need to know how to get the motor in time before I place the new belt on the pulleys. TDC is what I'm looking for, but how do I determine that. I know that this is very important, so I need some real expert advice here.
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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You will probably need to rent a 3/4 Electric Impact Wrench to get the Crank Shaft Bolt out.

You will need to put the #1 Cylinder at TDC on Compression Stroke.....


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/188069_98ranger4cyltimmrks_2.jpg

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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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I know that TDC must on the compression stroke, but how do I determine the compression stroke?
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Do you have a compression tester? If not what you can do is cover the plug hole with something, if you can your finger works great, then turn the crank pulley until you feel the air being pushed out. Look at the mark on the crank and make sure it lines up.
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
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Replaced the timing belt on my 1998 ford ranger 2.5 I don't think the oil sprocket gear is aligned exactly right. What will that cause to happen?
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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What kind of problems are you having other than the oil sprocket gear alignment-If its cranks and no start -double check the valve and ignition timing-
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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It strts and runs but has a labor knock and is sluggish
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
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My timing belt broke and now I'm putting on anew one, but I have to make sure I have the timing right. HOW CAN I DO THAT?
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Make sure the #1 Cylinder is at TDC on Compression Stroke....


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/188069_98ranger4cyltimmrks_1.jpg

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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
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How do you align the timing mark perfect once the new belt is in place, timeing is so close the moter runs but can tell tinming is off
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hi


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/198357_Graphic_113.jpg


Aling the gears as in diagram crank and Dist go 12 o'clock cam goes @ 5 o'clock
Hope this helps
Thanks for donate
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Have align the proper points but having trouble getting perfect timing motor run but slightly rough need to know how to get alignment right on by stretching new belt
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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When putting on belt start at cam then oil pump then crank NO SLACK get those big clips for papers and clip belt to each gear. Use wrecn to move gear slightly to get good belt placement. Then release tensioner. Rotate 2 turns check marks.
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
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When doing a timing alignment, marks should be aligned with the marks on the back cover, the diamond or the triangle
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hello and thanks for the donation!

Timing marks diagram for your vehicle is below..


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/261618_Noname_902.jpg

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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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I have the truck ready for new belt, but I need to know here all the timing marks are and where to place them. Thanks
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Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 AT 6:22 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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See below


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_cam_6.jpg




https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_cam1_3.jpg

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