OEM 2000 Cadillac Catera Timing Belt

2000 Cadillac Catera Timing Belt Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the timing belt on 2000 Cadillac Catera?

  A: Use a scan tool to check the cold start counter before inspecting and replacement of the Timing Belt will start. Replace the Timing Belt immediately if any cold start numbers appear and noticeable cracks are seen during the visual inspection. The first step includes taking away the intake air resonator then the intake plenum followed by the Timing Belt cover. The Crankshaft balancer bolts and balancer need removal followed by clockwise Crankshaft rotation to 60 degrees btdc position. Use the j 42069 Timing Belt alignment kit (J 42069) by connecting it to the Crankshaft sprocket through its knurled bolt and engage the j 42098 crank hub torx socket (J 42098) to rotate the Crankshaft so the j 42069 lever tightly contacts the water pump pulley flange. Fasten the moveable lever to the water pump pulley flange with precaution to prevent the Crankshaft from being 180 degrees off tdc. The j 42069-1 as well as j 42069-2 should be installed onto the camshaft gears while making necessary adjustments to the Timing Belt Idler Pulley. The technician must detach the Timing Belt by first loosening both the idler pulleys along with the Timing Belt Tensioner. The new Timing Belt installation requires checking directional arrow marks against Crankshaft rotation so the engine has reached room temperature before installing without folding or tightening constraints. Use the j 42069-30 password to pinch the belt before routing it properly between the Timing Belt Tensioner and camshaft gears so they align with their marks. Use the j 42069-40 tool to measure Timing Belt deflection before adjusting it according to results obtained from the tool. Verify the Timing Belt tension by first measuring deflection and check if alignment marks match before removing all locking tools. The operator should first use the j 42098 to rotate the engine before placing the j 42069-10 in position and fastening it to the water pump pulley flange. Check the reference mark positions on the camshaft gears and make adjustments when required. After engine assembly the procedure includes installation of the Crankshaft balancer followed by Timing Belt cover and intake plenum and intake air resonator while removing all tools used from inside the engine.