You go to the auto parts store where you were going to buy the timing belt anyway, and you pick up a service manual for your particular car... they usually cost $15-20, which is pretty cheap compared to how much you're going to save over having a mechanic do it.
Then you follow the instructions in the service manual.
We can't really tell you in detail here, because we can't include diagrams, pictures, and so on like the service manual can.
If you need special tools (the service manual will generally tell you if you do), at least some auto parts stores have a loaner program where you can basically borrow or rent specialized tools for a day.
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The 2.5 liter V6 engine in a 2000 Dodge stratus has a timing BELT
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depends on the engine if its a single overhead cam it has a belt if its a daul overhead it has a timing chain
Why would you have to install new gears? They are actually cogged sprockets. It depends if you have a single overhead cam or dual overhead cam engine. All assecory belts need to be removed and front right engine mount. Remove crankshaft pulley with applicable puller. Remove timing cover. Loosen timing belt tensioner. Align all cam and crank marks install belt and tighten and re assemble. Not a job you want to do under a shade tree!
The water pump on a 2004 Dodge Stratus 2.7 L is inside the engine, driven by the timing chain.
Far pass side of the engine.
it's under all that stuff on the front of the engine.
The 3.3 uses a timing chain,with pushrods.No overhead cam.The 3.0 Mitsubishi uses a timing belt with overhead cam.I know this because I own both.Go to allpar.com.
Inside the front of the engine, driven by the timing belt.
this depends on your engine. Usually it is run by the timing belt.
How do you install a timing belt on a 1993 Toyota Camry that has a 2.2 liter engine