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TIMING BELTS & CHAINS
2008 Timing Belt Manual
Domestic and Imported Cars, Vans and Light Trucks1994-2008
Including Serpentine Belt Routings
Produced specifically for North America, this publication is a repair manual for professional technicians. It provides all the information required for the inspection, replacement and tensioning of timing belts on Domestic and Imported Cars, Vans and Light Trucks from 1994-2008.

- Clear, concise "remove and install" instructions with torque values for each model on facing pages. Based on vehicle makers' information
- Engine damage may occur when a timing belt fails. Engines are identified as either "interference" or "freewheeling".
- Clear line drawings show belt routing for timing and balance shaft belts, belt tensioning method, engine positioning and locking methods, cam and crank timing marks.
- Vehicle makers' recommended belt replacement intervals (if applicable) for each model - helps auto repair shops encourage vehicle owners to have timing belts replaced regularly.
- Special tools are identified where required
- Labor times for removal and installation
- A new SPANISH version will be available in June
Part # 08-180 - Size: 7" x 9¼" - 1008 pages
Price: $75.95
Both Timing Belts and Timing Chain information is available on CD
Please note: Price applicable for U.S. only.
All other countries please contact the sales office
New 2008 Edition Timing Chains & Gears Manual
Valve Timing Procedures for Domestic and Imported Vehicles
1993-2008 
This manual features general removal and installation instructions of timing chains and gears, as well as valve timing procedures for Domestic & Imported Vehicles from 1993 – 2008
- Valve Timing Procedures for Domestic and Imported Vehicles
- Chain & gear replacement
- General removal & installation instructions
- Safety precautions
- Special tools
- Tensioner adjustments
- Tightening torques
- Timing marks
- Valve timing instructions
- Tensioner release & reset methods
- Chain routing & sprocket/gear valve timing marks
- Does timing chain replacement require cylinder head removal
- How do I release and reset the tensioner mechanism
- What are the proper timing marks and how should they be aligned
- How do I disconnect and reset electronically controlled variable valve timing actuators
- This unique manual will answer these questions and more.
Part # 08-170 - Size: 7" x 9¼" - 936 pages
Price: $75.95
Please note: Price applicable for U.S. only.
All other countries please contact the sales office
Both Timing Belts and Timing Chain information is available on CD
US specification Timing Belts and Timing Chains & Gears chapters are now available online.
Each model specific chapter provides all auto repair shops and technicians with the essential information required for checking, replacing or tensioning timing belts, timing chains or gear drives. All files only $9.95 each. Click here to purchase.




