Overhaul - Evolution: Overview Mitsubishi Lancer IX

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Required Special Tools

1. MD998738: Adjusting Screw
2. MD998767: Tensioner Pulley Wrench
3. MD998778: Crankshaft Sprocket Puller
4. MD998781: Flywheel Stopper
5. MD998785: Sprocket Stopper

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1. If the timing belt is to be reused, make an arrow mark with something like chalk on the back of the belt indicating the direction of rotation so it may be reinstalled in the same direction. CAUTION: Never remove the timing belt with any piston at the top dead center (TDC). If a piston is at TDC, the exhaust valves of the cylinder are pushed by the exhaust cams, compressing the valve springs. If the belt is removed under this condition, the sprocket will be turned in the reverse direction by the force of the springs, incurring risk of injury.
2. Set the timing mark of the exhaust camshaft sprocket to a point about one tooth before the TDC of the No. 1 cylinder piston on compression stroke.
3. Loosen the lock nut of the tensioner pulley, then remove the timing belt.

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1. Remove the plug on the left side of the cylinder block.
2. Insert a Phillips crosspoint screwdriver [shank diameter 8 mm (0.3 inch)] through the plug hole to block the left counterbalance shaft.
3. Loosen the nut, and then remove the oil pump sprocket.

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1. Install special tool MD998781 to hold the flywheel or drive plate.
2. Loosen and remove the crankshaft bolt and washer.

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1. Set special tool MD998778 as shown in the illustration.
2. Screw in the center bolt of the special tool to remove the crankshaft sprocket.