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Timing Belt Tips on Accord 2.2L and 2.3L Engines

These tips outline the belt replacement for the popular 2.2- and 2.3-liter Accord engines. The other Honda engines are similar, but don’t require the balance belt. They shouldn’t present any challenge to the experienced tech, but there are some things to keep in mind as you tackle these jobs. The 3.0-liter V6 models use a hydraulic

Correct Tensioner Spring Installation on 2001-’05 Honda Civic 1.7L Engines

Engine builders must install the spring by facing the hook away from the timing belt. When installing a timming belt kit on a 2001-’05 Honda Civic 1.7L engine, it’s crucial that the tensioner spring be installed correctly onto the tensioner. [inpost_gallery post_id=4966 group=”1″] If it’s improperly installed, the open end of the spring hook can catch on