Old Dec 16, 2004 | 08:06 AM
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what he said is true if your cam is still aligned w/ you crank. if it isn't, do not put your belt back on and rotate, there is (slight) chance you'll tap you valves with the pistons. I had this same problem when i changed mine because when i was taking off the belt cover i pulled the bolt for the pulley all the way out and when i turned the crank later the cams didn't turn with it. what i did was making sure first that all the valves were closed, I turned the motor so none of the pistons were all the way up. Then i rotated the camshaft to the TDC position, then i put the crank on TDC. put the belt on and tightened it per spec. that was my first time ever changing a honda belt and i figured it out, so just be patient.
Also it helps to pull out the spark plugs makes it a lot easier to turn the motor, and since it is easier you will be able to feel if you hit you valves before you do any damage.
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