Posted by Steve Lacey on March 17, 2004, 11:03 pm, in reply to "Re: Ford Galaxy"
Hi Tony, and finally, just to make sure you know as much as me, "Even with this enhanced belt problems can still occur on '96, '97 and '98 models, on which the injection pump bracket could cause misalignment. The result can be that the timing belt runs against the upstanding flange of the vibration damper (installed on the crankshaft) and also against the tensioner pulley flange. The width of the belt reduces slowly, producing a very shiny sheen on the side of the belt. Typically, it can reduce from its original width of 1in. to something closer to 3/8in.-before it breaks. When this misalignment occurs, the injection pump bracket must be replaced by newer version (same OE part no.). It is wise to let the engine idle for a few sconds before the vibration damper (the crankshaft Micro-V pulley) is installed again, in order to ensure the belt is no longer tracking. The belt should sit between 1.5 to 4mm away from the pulley front side". And you thought it was going to be easy. Regards, Steve.