Is this possible? If so who can write up a DIY?

 

No offense, but if you have to get a DIY done this is not a service you want to do yourself. It's pretty straightforward, but it requires a lot of work. I believe someone (rhyzin) recently said he was thinking of doing a how to on this, but be warned it is not going to be quick/fun even with instructions. That being said, it requires at least the front of the car to be lifted (jack stands or lift preferable) and the passenger side motor mount dropped to allow access to the lower portion of the timing belt. If you can imagine what a PITA that is, you'll see why I say to make sure you know what kind of difficulty this is before you get started.

 

You have to be very carefull on a 4cyl. Its not like a carberated 350. if your timing is off by the smallest amount you can destroy your engine. Pay the money and get it done my a mitsubishi mechanic.

 

Actually setting the timing marks is probably the easiest part of the whole procedure. Accessing the belt for removal is a ***** of a task however.

 

i did my 89 maxima. jsut find someone (likea high school shop teacher) who can give u a hand.

 

I know It's an old thread... I'll change my timing belt on my Lancer, I allready do this job in the past on other car. Can somebody can take some picture timing belt without the cover. If I remember, some people have a spare engine.

I know It's a long work to do it and I have an other if I have some problem.

Thanks