Re: 1999 LHS timing belt question

I agree. I didn't pull the pulley off on mine either. No problem.

>
> That said... If changing the timing belt, take all the covers
> off (there's a little one on the bottom), than pull a bit of belt
> forward thru between the spokes, then turn the crankshaft, the
> belt will walk around a bit and then be free (it's a rope trick
> thing) watch it carefully as it's happening so you'll know how to
> do it in reverse when installing the belt.
>
> Yes, this really works, no, it doesn't damage the belt if done
> properly.
>


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