How do you set the timing when installing new timing belts

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Using the lock tool, set the timing marks in the correct position (see your workshop manual for the correct method) then fit the new belt.
Never refit an old belt!

I've never done one on a Ranger, but most timing gears have alignment marks that you line up before you install the belt. Don't forget to replace the belt tensioner while you're at it.

no year(94-present) stated. and under kia dont help much.

its at alldtata.com, i read all the steps and not skip one, I WOULD.

wild guess, #1 a 2005 RAV4
2.0L 3sfe. inline 4 cylinder, not V6


here is the one i see on the FSM.

my gates belts all come with a manual. RTM?
if you buy the belt at a dealer they assume you have the FSM.
right?
FSM, install, steps

1. Install the oil pump pulley. Tighten the nut to 18 ft. lbs. (24 Nm).
2. Install the crankshaft timing pulley. Align the pulley set key with the key groove of the pulley. Slide on the pulley facing the flange side inward.
3. Install the No. 2 idler pulley and tighten the mounting bolt to 31 ft. lbs. (42 Nm). Be sure that the pulley moves smoothly.
4. Install the No. 1 idler pulley with the bolt and the tension spring. Pry the pulley toward the left as far as it will go and tighten the bolt. Make sure that the pulley moves smoothly.
5. Temporarily install the timing belt. Using the crankshaft pulley bolt, turn the crankshaft and position the key groove of the crankshaft timing pulley upward. If reusing the timing belt, align the points marked during removal.
6. Install the timing belt on the crankshaft timing pulley, oil pump pulley, No. 1 idler pulley, water pump pulley and the No. 2 idler pulley.
7. Install the timing belt guide.
8. Install the lower (No. 1) timing belt cover and new gasket with the 4 bolts.
9. Align the crankshaft pulley set key with the pulley key groove. Temporarily install the crankshaft pulley and bolt.
10. Align the camshaft knock pin with the groove of the pulley, and slide the timing pulley onto the camshaft with the plate washer and set bolt.
11. Tighten the pulley set bolt to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
12. Turn the crankshaft pulley and align the 0 mark on the lower (No. 1) timing belt cover.
13. Finish installing the timing belt and check the valve timing, as follows:
    1. If reusing the old timing belt, align the matchmarks made previously and install the timing belt onto the camshaft pulley.
    2. Align the marks on the timing belt with the marks on the camshaft pulley.
    3. Loosen the No. 1 idler pulley set bolt 1 / 2 turn.
    4. Turn the crankshaft pulley 2 complete revolutions TDC to TDC. ALWAYS turn the crankshaft CLOCKWISE. Check that the pulleys are still in alignment with the timing marks.
    5. If the No. 1 idler pulley uses a green tension spring, slowly turn the crankshaft pulley 1 7 / 8 revolutions, and align its groove with the mark at 45 degrees BTDC (for the No. 1 cylinder) of the No. 1 timing belt cover.
    6. Tighten the No. 1 idler pulley set bolt to 31 ft. lbs. (42 Nm).
    7. Be sure there is belt tension between the crankshaft and camshaft timing pulleys.
14. Place the right-hand engine mounting bracket in position but do not install the bolts.
15. Install the upper (No. 2) timing cover with a new gasket(s).
16. Remove the engine crankshaft pulley bolt and pulley.
17. Using SST 09249-63010, or equivalent, install the mounting bolts for the right-hand mounting bracket. Tighten the mounting bolts to 38 ft. lbs. (52 Nm).
18. Align the crankshaft pulley set key with the pulley key groove. Install the pulley. Tighten the pulley bolt to 80 ft. lbs. (108 Nm).
19. Install the spark plugs.
20. Install the right-hand mounting insulator, as follows:
    1. Attach the mounting insulator to the body and mounting bracket with the 4 bolts and 2 nuts.
    2. Tighten the 3 bolts to hold the mounting insulator to the body. Tighten the bolts to 47 ft. lbs. (64 Nm).
    3. Tighten the 2 nuts and bolt to hold the mounting insulator to the mounting bracket. Tighten the bolt to 27 ft. lbs. (37 Nm) and the nut to 38 ft. lbs. (52 Nm).
21. Install and adjust the power steering pump drive belt.
22. Install the right-hand engine undercover.
23. Install the right front wheel.
24. Lower the engine.
25. If equipped, install the ABS actuator.
26. Install the alternator and alternator bracket.
27. Install the wiring harness bracket for the DLC1.
28. Install the power steering reservoir bracket and reservoir.
29. Connect the negative battery cable.
30. Start the engine and check the timing.

step 13.4 is never to be skipped. ask why., most do. and it fails.

This is found on the autozone.com website.

2.5L Engine
See Figures 3 through 7

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Place a large drain pan under the radiator drain plug. Drain and properly contain the engine coolant.

This procedure requires removing the engine timing belt and the auto tensioner. To help assure proper alignment at assembly, it may be helpful to set the engine at TDC on No. 1 compression stroke. This should align all timing marks on the crankshaft sprocket and both camshaft sprockets.

1. Remove the accessory drive belts and crankshaft damper.
2. Remove the right engine mount. This requires safely supporting the engine with a floor jack and wood block so the mount can be removed.
3. Remove the timing belt covers.
4. Remove the timing belt and tensioner.

Fig. Fig. 3: Remove the water pump mounting bolts

Fig. Fig. 4: Pull the water pump assembly off of the engine and inlet pipe

Fig. Fig. 5: Open the water pump housing and examine for cracks or damage

Fig. Fig. 6: Replace the water pump housing gasket using a scraper tool

Fig. Fig. 7: Always keep the water pump's mounting bolts lined up with their correct mounting holes

1. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
2. Separate the water pump from the water inlet pipe and remove the pump.

To install:

1. Thoroughly clean all sealing surfaces. Inspect the pump for damage or cracks, signs of coolant leakage at the vent, and excessive looseness or rough turning bearings. Any problems require a new pump.
2. Install a new O-ring on the water inlet pipe. Wet the O-ring with water to make installation easier. DO NOT use oil or grease on the O-ring.
3. Install a new gasket on the water pump and fit the pump inlet opening over the water pipe. Press the assembly together to force the pipe into the water pump.
4. Install the water pump-to-engine bolts and tighten to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).
5. Install the timing belt and timing belt tensioner. Set the timing belt tension.
6. Install the timing belt covers. Install the right engine mount. Remove the floor jack and engine block from underneath the engine.
7. Install the crankshaft damper.
8. Install the accessory drive belts and set to the proper tension.
9. Connect the negative battery cable.
10. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system.
11. Start the engine and verify proper operation, with no leaks

2.5L Engine

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
2. Place a large drain pan under the radiator drain plug. Drain and properly
   contain the engine coolant.
   NOTE: This procedure requires removing the engine timing belt
   and the auto tensioner. To help assure proper alignment at assembly, it may be
   helpful to set the engine at TDC on No. 1 compression stroke. This should align
   all timing marks on the crankshaft sprocket and both camshaft sprockets.
   
   
   
3. Remove the accessory drive belts and crankshaft damper.
   
4. Remove the right engine mount. This requires safely supporting the engine
   with a floor jack and wood block so the mount can be removed.
   
5. Remove the timing belt covers.
   
6. Remove the timing belt and tensioner.
   
   
   
   
   
   Fig. 3: Remove the water pump mounting bolts
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Fig. 4: Pull the water pump assembly off of the engine and
   inlet pipe
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Fig. 5: Open the water pump housing and examine for cracks or
   damage
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Fig. 6: Replace the water pump housing gasket using a scraper
   tool
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   Fig. 7: Always keep the water pump's mounting bolts lined up
   with their correct mounting holes
   
   
   
   
   
7. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
   
8. Separate the water pump from the water inlet pipe and remove the pump.
   To install:
   
   
9. Thoroughly clean all sealing surfaces. Inspect the pump for damage or
   cracks, signs of coolant leakage at the vent, and excessive looseness or rough
   turning bearings. Any problems require a new pump.
   
10. Install a new O-ring on the water inlet pipe. Wet the O-ring with water to
    make installation easier. DO NOT use oil or grease on the O-ring.
    
11. Install a new gasket on the water pump and fit the pump inlet opening over
    the water pipe. Press the assembly together to force the pipe into the water
    pump.
    
12. Install the water pump-to-engine bolts and tighten to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).
    
13. Install the timing belt and timing belt tensioner. Set the timing belt
    tension.
    
14. Install the timing belt covers. Install the right engine mount. Remove the
    floor jack and engine block from underneath the engine.
    
15. Install the crankshaft damper.
    
16. Install the accessory drive belts and set to the proper tension.
    
17. Connect the negative battery cable.
    
18. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system.
    
19. Start the engine and verify proper operation, with no leaks.

There are some jobs you just need a manual for. This is one of them. Go to Autozone and buy a haynes manual for your car (abot $20).

General procedure is to buy new timing belt. Make sure cylinder #1 is set at TDC. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove engine covers to access timing belt and remove timing belt Make sure all components are properly aligned and loosen pensioner to remove old timing belt. Install new timing belt. Tension belt. Double check to ensure all components are aligned properly, replace timing belt covers and reconnect battery.

You need to get a manual. Try the Haynes manual for your car. Try autozone; generally available for around $20. This is not the type of thing that can be covered here in enough detail to do you any good. You need a picture.
Buy new timing belt. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove timing belt cover. make sure cylinder #1 is set at TDC. making sure all components are properly aligned and loosen pensioner to remove old timing belt. Install new timing belt. Tension belt, ensure all components are aligned properly, replace timing belt covers and reconnect battery.

yes you can get defective auto tenioners.Chage ASAP.

Remove the timing belt cover. Set the crankshaft/piston in the correct position. Now check to see if the camshaft sprocket is align with the witness mark. Both the crankshaft and camshaft has to be aligned else your timing is off and you will have to take the belt off and re-installed correctly. Even if off 1 notch.

Hopefully you will never buy another car with a timing belt. It's a false economy saving.