Timing Belt Issue

2005 SUBARU OUTBACK
180,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
BOYD66
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
New Timing Belt installed, all lined up with timing marks, after full rotation, marks on belt do NOT match the marks on the sprockets now. Is this an issue or not? The 3 timing marks
still line up so it is still in time.......any help would be appreciated.........Thanks John
Sep 4, 2016 at 4:02 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
SATURNTECH9
  • ✓ASE Certified Mechanic
  • 30,869 POSTS
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
The marks on the actual belt ?Are for only intail timing once you make one full engine rotation they won't be lined up.It will take a certain amount of rotations to have them line up again.
Sep 4, 2016 at 8:53 PM
Avatar
BOYD66
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
Saturntech9- thanks for the info. I have watched several YouTube videos and it shows the belt being rotated and the marks are still lined up. As long as the marks lumber up with the cams and camshaft, I'm good, feel much better. ........John
Sep 4, 2016 at 9:00 PM
Avatar
SATURNTECH9
  • ✓ASE Certified Mechanic
  • 30,869 POSTS
  • ASE Certified Mechanic
Yeah all the ones I have done with the marks on the belt once you rotate the engine around once the marks on the belt no longer line up.Also colored links on the timing chains same deal.Glad I could please tell all your friends about us.
Sep 4, 2016 at 9:12 PM
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.
Ask a Free Question
Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.