Removal (2001-02 Mdx) Acura MDX I

1. Set No. 1 piston to TDC by turning crankshaft so White mark aligns with pointer. Ensure marks on front camshaft pulley and front cover are aligned.
2. Raise vehicle and remove front wheels. Remove splash shield. Using lever tool, move auto-tensioner to relieve tension from generator belt. Remove generator belt.
3. Loosen power steering pump adjusting nut, lock nut and mounting bolt. Remove power steering pump belt. Support engine with jack and wood block under oil pan. Remove side engine mount bracket. (Scheme 1)
4. Remove dipstick and tube. Discard "O" ring. Using a heavy duty 19-mm socket and breaker bar, remove crankshaft pulley bolt. Remove upper timing belt covers and lower timing belt cover. (Scheme 2)
5. Using a battery hold-down bolt, grind threaded end to a slight bevel. Hand tighten bolt into timing belt adjuster to hold position. (Scheme 3)
6. Remove engine mount bracket on end of front cylinder head. Loosen idler pulley bolt about 5-6 turns, then remove timing belt.

Scheme 1

Scheme 2

Scheme 3