I would like to pull the Cas out to ensure it is set to the correct timing (i don't have a light) which bolts do i need to remove to pull it out? i've tried sifting throught the FSM and searching with no good results

 

only the nut which is for adjusting CAS has to go out.....

 

and then pull it's got two o rings i think around it that hold it pretty well in it's slot. Why are you removing it? do you have a timing light & know how to set timing?

 

thanks, i just don't want to mess anything up

from the places i have read it seems there are two marks on the bottom of the cas that should be lined up?

 

You might find a plastic anti tamper thing on the nut. Just break that off.

It is a 10MM nut. Might need an extension if you have PS and AC.

However, the tricky part is getting it back in. Follow the FSM directions for install. However, it is best to take the small screws out of the CAS and observe the internals as you slide it into the block.

The problem is that you lined up the CAS gear correctly with the CAS body but as you side it into the block this moves. And with the top plate off you can observe it.

Oh, and if you pull it out. You should go buy a timing light. You will need to retime your car. Besides the thing is like 15 for a cheap one. Maybe walmart has one. Heck, maybe Autozone has one with the Rent a Tool program.

James

 

and how do you go about 're-timing' your car, i thought the cas controlled that?

 

It does. But the initial setting is your job. You said you have a FSM?

The directions are there and should do it for you.

James

 

yup and the haynes manual (not right beside me though). does it tell in teh haynes manual? i find stuff in it easier than the FSM, unless anyone knows the page # in the FSM

 

It should tell you how to do it.

 

is this the instructions you are reffering too?
http://www.strike9.com/file.aspx?pat...e/untitled.jpg

 

Listen to what Wankel7 said about the internals moving while you re-stab the cas. Important.

The book only gets you in the ballpark. If done like Wankel7 described you'l get it within five degrees or so, but you do NEED to finish the timing off with a timing light. If the car is running fairly good right now, don't pull the cas, please. Buy a timing light to set the timing spot on. I'm serious. If it runs.....don't pull the cas except to gain some experience...which is good in itself.

Using a timing light is easy. You connect the light as described in the instructions that come with the type light you buy, idle the engine under 1000 rpm (idle should be 750 though), point the timing light at the front pulley and with the light engaged, note the relationship of the first hash mark on the pulley in relation to the fixed pointer. IF the fixed pointer does not align with the first hash mark, then slowly rotate the cas until the two align. Then clamp the cas bolt/nut down. Done.

Yeah, I left out installing the initial set coupler. Oh well, just a brief description til I go make more license plates at the big factory. Done with my finger exercise.

 

Sorry about bumping an 11 yo thread, but I need this for later. Thanks a lot guys.