Changing Timing Belt, Tensioner, Idle Pulley on Chevrolet SONIC LT 1.8 Engine (Chevy Cruze 1.8)

Time for a huge maintenance job!! We will change the TIMING BELT, Timing Belt Tensioner and Idle Pulley and my 2015 Chevrolet Sonic LT. This procedure should also apply to Chevy Cruze 1.8.
WARNING/DISCLAIMER: This job deals with the TIMING in an INTERFERENCE ENGINE. Mistakes could lead to damage to the engine. This video is just my experience changing the timing belt on my vehicle and not meant as an official how-to video. I am NOT a professional mechanic and steps may be missing and some of the work may not be optimal. Please do not use this video as your sole reference - refer to official manuals and professional mechanics as well.
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[@loganz20939]

Wow a lot to remove and put in . With a lot of tools !

[@TheLicsky]

Excellent Job, I am planning this job on my 2013 Sonic with 187.000 miles on it

[@vanpocalypse3529]

Thanks! Yes at 187k you better do that before it breaks.

[@jrcoconutkiwi]

Thanks, I learned a lot and will attempt this on my used 2014 sonic with 109k mi 👀👍🏾

[@vanpocalypse3529]

No problem! Just take your time and you should be okay.. let me know if you have any questions or problems.

[@rockingtrucker23]

Is the blue/green dot indicative of TDC on compression stroke?

[@JuanChavex-gj3dc]

What fuse did u take off to reset the 52

[@valipamuri3781]

It mean to say all chevrolet sonics 2014 models are all timing belts

[@Justinwc]

I notice you did not line up the crankshaft pulley before removing the bolt and the pulley. Wouldn't you need to do so first before removing?

[@Kriptonite210624]

Can I use a Hydraulic 2 tons to do this job?

[@draco_tv_letsride]

What is the use of flywheel lock if there is already camshaft lock tools?, and also may i ask if the camshaft pulley is having guide lock when removing and installing? Im planning to replace the oil seals both the camshaft pulley and the lower pulley

[@vanpocalypse3529]

Just peace of mind I guess; make sure 100% that the timing won't get out while doing the job.. I'm not sure on the camshaft pulley.. did you already complete the job?

[@draco_tv_letsride]

@@vanpocalypse3529 still studying and planning when to replace my timing belt and parts, i already have the tools but im also planning to replace the oil seals on the two camshaft pulleys but scared to remove it dont if theres a guide when removing it or else it will be a big disaster 😔

[@firstlast---]

Timing tools are optional. Imo its faster and easier to mark the old belt and transfer them to the new belt

[@vanpocalypse3529]

For most do-it-yourselfers, timing tools are recommended to make sure the timing is correct since it could be catastrophic if the car is started out of time.

[@misterzee5736]

which electric impact did you use?

[@jorozco9160]

So no new water pump?

[@vanpocalypse3529]

I changed it in another video.. you don't have to change the waterpump but might be a convenient time to do so.

[@sergiov8395]

I recommend to watch a different video because this one is incomplete and he didn’t even explain to line up the camshaft locking tool.