Every engine is different and there has to be alignment marks somewhere. Give us more info like the year, make and engine size.
How do you install a timing belt on a 1993 Toyota Camry that has a 2.2 liter engine
HOW DO I INSTALL A TIMING BELT ON A 4D56 ENGINE
Do we need special tools to install the timing chains on 2003 ford f150 4.6 engine
The 97 4.3L engine doesn't have a timing belt.
The 2000 Ford 4.2 engine does not have any timing marks on the crankshaft. Instead, you have to use a timing kit to install a new belt.
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The 3.0L engine has a belt, not a chain. You have to remove the drivebelt and various drivebelt accessories, the passenger side engine mount, then the timing cover to access the timing belt.
NO you do not have to pull the engine.
Begin by removing all of the pulleys from the front of the engine. Remove the front engine cover. Remove the timing belt. Reverse the process to install the new timing belt.
The 2006 Honda Civic does not have a timing belt, it uses a chain that should last the life of the engine.
If this engine is an interference engine it may have done damage to valve, piston, or head. Or the timing is off so far that the engine will not start. Install a new timing belt correctly and start the engine. You will then know if any damage was done.
No, an exhaust leak would have nothing to do with your engine timing.