Does a 2010 Subaru have a timing belt?
Timing belt or chain: The 2010-2012 Outback with the SOHC 2.5L 4-cylinder engine (Model EJ253) has a timing belt. Subaru calls it a Camshaft drive belt.
How to change timing belt on Subaru EJ25?
How to set timing (timing belt change) on a Subaru SOHC EJ25. Line up the cam sprockets with the index marks above. Wrap your old belt around to double check your marks line up. If you didn’t do that step, wrap your new belt around the crankshaft sprocket under the tensioner and black pulley and over the camshafts.
Where is the timing belt set on a Subaru Outback?
With most cars, timing is set to top dead center on number 1 piston. But on a Subaru with their funny horizontal boxer engine, it is set at mid-stroke. For those not familiar, I will explain what that means later. This DIY post will explain the most minimal way to access the timing belt for doing a timing belt change.
How to install timing belt on Subaru Impreza GC8?
Install the belt using the timing marks on everything minus the passenger timing pulley. Carefully put the passenger pulley into the timing belt and place it on the cam. If done properly, it will line up and catch the key-way pin on the cam.
How do you change the belt on a Subaru?
Crank the tensioner bolt (14mm) beside the alternator so that the alternator drops down enough to remove the front drive belt. Then loosen the locknut under the tensioner bolt for the a/c belt, loosen the bolt on the pulley, so it can slide.
How to set timing (timing belt change) on a Subaru SOHC EJ25. Line up the cam sprockets with the index marks above. Wrap your old belt around to double check your marks line up. If you didn’t do that step, wrap your new belt around the crankshaft sprocket under the tensioner and black pulley and over the camshafts.
With most cars, timing is set to top dead center on number 1 piston. But on a Subaru with their funny horizontal boxer engine, it is set at mid-stroke. For those not familiar, I will explain what that means later. This DIY post will explain the most minimal way to access the timing belt for doing a timing belt change.
How can I Keep my Subaru EJ25 DOHC Turbo from rotating?
This would be a good time to add your Company23 cam lock tool to hold the driver’s side cams from rotating. The passenger side cams and valves will stay put, the driver’s side is engaged on the cam lobe and with the tiniest touch will spring shooting both cams spinning.
Do you need to change the timing belt?
So, you need to change the cam seals, water pump, inspect the timing belt tensioner and idler pulleys for wear and replace as needed. Most of these parts are sel explanatory for replacing except for the cam seals.
When did Subaru Impreza stop using timing chain?
From 2012 to 2021 all 2.0L engines have a timing chain while the 2.5L engine has a timing belt. From 1993 to 2011 all Impreza engines have a timing belt.
What does a timing belt look like on a Subaru?
The timing belt looks like a pretty typical rubber drive belt that you might find in any number of systems. A timing chain on the other hand looks much more like a bicycle chain. It’s clearly made of metal with linkages and it’s much more heavy duty.
Do you need a timing belt or timing chain?
Subaru vehicles function the same as vehicles made by other manufacturers in this regard. Your Subaru engine needs to have either a timing belt or a timing chain in order to synchronize all the parts in this precisely timed system. Do Subarus Have a Timing Belt or a Timing Chain?
When do timing chains need to be replaced on a forester?
The 2009-2013 Forester with a turbocharged EJ255 DOHC engine has a timing belt that also needs to be replaced at 105,000 miles.