2005 Saab 9-2X Linear Timing Belt Removal and Installation

Removal 1. Disconnect negative battery cable. 2. Remove accessory drive belt cover. See Fig. 1 . Remove accessory drive belts. 3. Hold crankshaft pulley stationary, and remove crankshaft pulley center bolt. Remove crankshaft pulley. Remove timing belt covers. 4. Turn crankshaft to align crankshaft and camshaft timing notches with marks on rear timing cover and engine block. See Fig. 2 and Fig. 3 . On manual transmission models, remove timing belt guide from top of crankshaft pulley. 5. On all models, if reusing old belt, use White paint to mark timing belt in relation to sprocket timing marks. See Fig. 4 . Also mark timing belt direction of travel. Count number of teeth between marks. For correct count, see INSTALLATION MARK MEASUREMENT SPECIFICATIONS table. 6. Remove No. 2 timing belt idler pulley. Remove timing belt. Remove timing belt automatic tensioner with rod facing up.
Inspection
1. Inspect timing belt for wear on rounded edges of drive teeth. Inspect belt for signs of oil contamination. Replace belt if it is damaged or contaminated. 2. Inspect belt automatic tensioner oil seals for leaks. Slight trace of oil at rod oil seal does not indicate a problem. Inspect rod ends for abnormal wear and scratches. 3. Measure extension of rod beyond tensioner body. Holding tensioner with rod facing up, rod extension should be .204-.244" (5.2-6.2 mm). See Fig. 6 . Replace automatic tensioner if rod extension is not as specified. 4. Place automatic tensioner in a press with tensioner rod facing up. Apply 66 lbs. (294 N) of pressure on rod. If rod moves down easily, replace automatic tensioner. 5. Inspect automatic tensioner and idler pulleys for worn bearings or lubricant leaks. Replace as necessary.

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