Non-Turbo Model

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Install water pump onto cylinder block (LH).
NOTE:
- Replace the gasket with a new one.
- When installing the water pump, tighten bolts in two stages in alphabetical sequence as shown in the figure.
  Tightening torque:
  1. First: 12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.7 ft-lb)
  2. Second: 12 N.m (1.2 kgf-m, 8.7 ft-lb)
  Fig 1: Installing Water Pump Onto Cylinder Block (LH)
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Connect the hose to water pump.
Install the tensioner bracket.
Tightening torque: 25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)

Fig 2: Installing Tensioner Bracket
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Install the belt cover No. 2 (LH).
Tightening torque: 5 N.m (0.5 kgf-m, 3.6 ft-lb)

Fig 3: Installing Belt Cover No. 2 (LH)
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Install the cam sprockets (LH) by using ST.
ST 18231AA010 CAMSHAFT SPROCKET WRENCH

NOTE: Also the CAMSHAFT SPROCKET WRENCH (499207100)can be used.

Tightening torque: 78 N.m (8.0 kgf-m, 57.9 ft-lb)

Fig 4: Installing Cam Sprockets (LH) Using ST
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Install the belt idler No. 2.
Tightening torque: 39 N.m (4.0 kgf-m, 28.9 ft-lb)

Fig 5: Installing Belt Idler No. 2
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Install the automatic belt tension adjuster which has tension rod held by pin. Refer to AUTOMATIC BELT TENSION ADJUSTER , INSTALLATION, Timing Belt Assembly.
Install the timing belt. Refer to TIMING BELT ASSEMBLY , INSTALLATION, Timing Belt Assembly.
Install the crank pulley. Refer to CRANK PULLEY , Crank Pulley.
Install the V-belts. Refer to V-BELT , V-belt.
Install the radiator. Refer to INSTALLATION , Radiator.