Timing belt one tooth out, best way to resolve

[stewartmichael 0]

Hello, 

 

Currently in the process of a belt change on a 1.9 8v. Spring loaded tensioner type.  Lined up the markings on belt or at least thought I had and when I rotated the engine it appears I am out a tooth. Cam now relocked in place with m10 bolt so camshaft is where it was. 

 

I haven't rotated the engine without the belt on so I should be only out a tooth. What's the best way to go about this from here? 

[welshpug 1,661]

take the belt off, pop the crank pulley on and turn it till the pin goes in, refit the belt.

[stewartmichael 0]

Cheers Mei, probably a stupid question but turning the crank forwards in isolation won't damage anything?

[Thijs_Rallye 87 4 Cars]

10 hours ago, stewartmichael said:

Cheers Mei, probably a stupid question but turning the crank forwards in isolation won't damage anything? 

Pistons are halfway of the stroke when locked in position, so you don't have to worry about hitting valves.

[welshpug 1,661]

if it's just one tooth out then no it wont hurt anything, obviously dont go giving it a full turn!!

Edited December 17, 2019 by welshpug

[stewartmichael 0]

Thanks guys back up and running ,2 of the 11mm bolts that hold the timing belt cover have sheared yesterday on removal as seen in picture. They both snapped right against the block so vice grips will be no good, is trying to drill them a good idea? 

[petert 588]

Try drilling a hole then bashing in a torx bit. I don't like your chances though, if you've managed to shear an M7 bolt. It might be easier to remove the timing case and fit another.

[wicked 103 3 Cars]

Works best if you use the multi teeth torx bit (iso the 6 teeth torx).