Any car needs quality care, timely maintenance and regular replacement of components.
This will extend the life of the engine and improve the quality of its operation.
The article contains a detailed description of how to independently replace the timing belt of Geely MK, MK Cross, and there is also a video where you can follow all the work step by step.
The information received and a visual video guide will help even an inexperienced car owner replace the part, allowing him to save money on paid services.
Preparatory operations
We remove the air filter cover along with the pipe, as well as the high-voltage wires.
Also, unscrew the three bolts and remove the bottom of the filter housing.
Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery, then the connector and terminal from the generator.
Unscrew the eight nuts 10 securing the valve cover.
Valve cover fastenings.
Loosen the generator tensioner mounting nut (green arrow) and unscrew the generator tensioner bolt (red arrow). We move the generator to the side, thereby loosening the generator belt and remove it.
Alternator belt tension.
We remove the engine mount.
Engine mount mounting.
Next, unscrew the tension roller nut and unscrew the tensioner bolt to loosen the air conditioner belt. We remove it together with the video.
Air conditioner tension roller.
Remove the top timing belt cover.
Upper timing cover.
Important! Remove the TPS connector, otherwise you will tear it off when you lift the engine.
TPS connector.
We block the crankshaft and unscrew the pulley bolt and remove it. Loosen the lower bolt securing the power steering pump.
Remove the lower timing belt cover.
Loosen the upper power steering bolt and, by moving it, remove the power steering belt.
After unscrewing the four 10mm bolts, remove the pump pulley.
Set top dead center (TDC)
We turn the crankshaft until the hole in the camshaft sprocket, marked with the letter “K,” is against the mark located on the camshaft bearing cover.
Important! Be sure to turn the crankshaft clockwise.
Camshaft mark.
The marks on the crankshaft sprocket must also match.
Crankshaft mark.
Unscrew the bolt securing the tension roller and remove it along with the timing belt.
We take out a freshly purchased timing belt kit.
Timing kit.
About the engine
Car enthusiasts in many countries around the world are well aware of such a car as the Toyota Corolla A100; it was its power unit that was taken as the basis for the Geely MK. Manufacturers from China bought a license for the Toyota 5A-FE engine. It is characterized as a reliable, economical power unit, which, with proper, timely, high-quality maintenance, allows you to drive a million kilometers.
Subsequently, an engine of its own design was developed for the Geely MK MR479FQA. It is rightfully considered one of the best developments by Geely. The technical characteristics of this power unit are in no way inferior to the developments of other well-known engine manufacturers. Experts note its relatively low production cost, low noise level, and good maintainability.
The engine is an in-line design with four cylinders, two overhead camshafts. The valve mechanism requires periodic adjustment, which cannot be ignored. The head is made of aluminum alloy, the inlet and outlet channels are in opposite directions. The timing mechanism is driven by a belt drive, in which the belt requires replacement after some mileage.
Features of the gas distribution mechanism
A special feature of the gas distribution mechanism of this car is the presence of 16 valves, that is, 4 valves per cylinder. To put them into operation, two camshafts are installed in the head, which are driven into rotation by a toothed belt.
The camshafts are equipped with gears that are rotated by a belt. There are also tension and deflection rollers. The Geely timing belt also rotates the coolant pump.
The power unit is designed in such a way that it is difficult to reach the components of the gas distribution mechanism. When the timing belt breaks, the valves on this engine most often do not bend.
Installing a new timing belt
We install the timing belt tension roller in place, be sure to put on the spring, otherwise after installing the belt it will be very difficult to put it on. Do not tighten the bolt.
We check all the marks again and install a new timing belt in place. First we put it on the crankshaft sprocket, the camshaft sprocket and the tension roller, pulling it off with your finger. Make sure that the right side of the belt between the crankshaft and the camshaft is tensioned. Tighten the tension roller bolt. We install all the removed parts in the reverse order of removal.
Everything is very simple.
Good luck on the roads. No nail, no rod.
Replacement timing
Car manufacturers Geely MK recommend not exceeding 60 thousand km to replace the belt. However, there are cases when it fails much earlier. Experts recommend paying attention to the condition of the timing mechanism drive parts whenever servicing the power unit. If cracks are noticed in the belt cord, fabric peeling, or other damage, the belt must be replaced. Its accelerated wear is caused by technical fluids and motor oil entering the work area. If leaks are detected, they are repaired immediately. The operating conditions of the machine can also reduce the service life of the timing belt. In this regard, there have been cases of belt replacement at 30–40 thousand km.
Equipment and Tools Required for Belt Replacement
To change the timing belt with your own hands, you need to have an inspection hole, use a lift or elevation. If there is no lift, then at home you can use a jack to lift the car, which any motorist must have. If such a replacement has not been carried out independently before, it would be a good idea to arm yourself with a manual or look in advance on the Internet to see how the replacement procedure occurs.
To make equipment repairs faster, it is best to collect all the necessary tools in advance, which include:
- Wrenches of different sizes.
- Various heads with long handles.
- Equipment designed to control the tightening force of parts.
- Gear removal device.
- Screwdrivers are shaped like a tip.
- Insulation.
- Felt pen.
- Clean cloth.
- Other small consumables.
For the replacement to be successful, it is recommended to carry out the repair with an assistant. Better, this person has an idea of how to make repairs and replaced the belt himself.
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Comments 14
1.5 is not enough, they ask us for work 5 and don’t come closer.
I also picked up the timing belt from Emex today. But I won’t change it yet, I still have the factory one, I’ve already run 135 thousand.
The valve does not bend, of course, if the belt breaks, but according to the law of meanness, it breaks at the most inopportune moment. After 100k km, it’s better to update it and not play around with it.
who said that after 100 you need to change? At the factory, who did they put a yellow sticker with the inscription about replacing the belt after 120 thousand? The factory gives a guarantee of 120 thousand for the belt, so 120 is not the maximum service life, but with a reserve. So why pay more?! Yes, 95% of jilivods change in Ukraine at 60 thousand, in Russia I don’t know, but I think + - the same amount and all because they make money from the services. I can give examples when friends changed the factory belt and it broke after 50 thousand, because it was shitty, although it was from a brand name manufacturer and not cheap. Then they just took it and installed the factory one. It was after listening to them and seeing the sad experience that I did not change it, as they say in the services. I believed the factory sticker. Now it’s clear, it’s time, I bought it for sale, it’s lying there, waiting in the wings. Buy a couple more belts and a roller and go into battle).
I just read it and understand that I’m not driving a Geely, but a million-dollar Toyota) From my own experience, I’m convinced that the original is a pig in a poke, and if you install the right analogues, it goes an order of magnitude better.
Well, of course it’s a Toyota, I have a belt from a Toyota and there are stub drains from it and little things, don’t even think that it’s a Dzhilik, this is a Toyota, we’re not rogues, we’re cool, ahaha))) But seriously, I’m like I would like to share my experience, I actually got 135 thousand on the factory belt, I didn’t even bother until 120 thousand, after adjusting the valve, then I changed the gasket and at the same time monitored the condition of the belt. I notice that the MK until 2012 was, as you say, a pig in a poke, but the 2012 restyling is already a good and reliable car. I read an article a long time ago about how the Chinese fixed the bugs and indeed, everything works, unlike earlier versions.
I agree with you kol4in 123 100%, I just started to grunt in the box when it’s cold, but at 80t.km everything else is normal. I don’t count small things like light bulbs and consumable oil and filters.
I just read it and understand that I’m not driving a Geely, but a million-dollar Toyota) From my own experience, I’m convinced that the original is a pig in a poke, and if you install the right analogues, it goes an order of magnitude better.
Why, you need to swap it for a Toyota milliliter, but 3 liters and you’ll get a beast)))
It was changed 20-40 thousand ago, judging by the condition.
Poti is right, 30 thousand.
Well, I guessed it)))
how long did it take to replace? I also bought all the belts + a valve cover repair kit, I want to change it the other day
Well, we drank beer at the same time as the repairs, we did it in about 4 hours
Geely timing marks
Timing marks
Geely.
With a mileage of more than
50-70 thousand km the box begins to make noise. The reason is wear of the bearings of the primary and secondary shaft. It is noteworthy that in the warranty book the box bearings are listed as a separate item, and the warranty for them is only 30 thousand km. For the work of removing and installing the box you will have to pay about 3 thousand rubles, for the bulkhead - about another 4 thousand rubles, a set of new bearings will cost 1-2 thousand rubles.
The clutch lasts for more than 90-120 thousand km. A new set with a basket and release bearing will cost 3-5 thousand rubles. With a mileage of more than
100,000 km, the gearbox often begins to make noise when releasing the gas in third gear.
Drive seals can leak after 30-40 thousand km. The cost of the drive oil seal is about 500 rubles. After 50-60 thousand km, it may be necessary to replace the clutch master cylinder. A leaking cylinder can be restored using a repair kit for 600 rubles.
The outer CV joint boots will most likely have to be replaced when the mileage exceeds
100-120 thousand km. It will not be possible to find original anthers separately, since they are sold only complete with the drive. But finding an analogue in a spare parts store for other car brands will not be difficult.
Chassis
The Geely MK suspension is not particularly durable. The front stabilizer struts are the first to go - after 20-30 thousand km. Stabilizer bushings last a little longer - about 40-60 thousand km. Shock absorbers may leak or knock after 30-60 thousand km. The cost of a new one is in the range of 1.5-2.5 thousand rubles. Front wheel bearings last more than 60-80 thousand km. The ball and suspension arms travel the same amount. A new ball costs about 800 rubles.
Due to the “crooked” assembly, the steering rack has lateral play, which can be removed after tightening. Often the rack begins to leak after 50-100 thousand km. The cost of a new rail is about 15-20 thousand rubles. Steering rods and ends last more than 50-80 thousand km. Sometimes the power steering pump also fails.
Due to corrosion of the piston coating of the front caliper brake cylinder with a mileage of more than
50-70 thousand km the brakes may jam. The repair kit will cost 400 rubles. Sometimes the rear brake cylinders begin to “poison” the brake fluid.
Body and interior
Body Gili
MK has poor corrosion resistance. The first lesions inevitably appear on chips. And after 1-2 years of operation, in the lower corner of the front doors under the seal, in the area of the trunk lid lock, gas tank flap and on the inner surface of the hood. Later, the wheel arches and sills begin to rot. Cars with a factory sunroof are most susceptible to sill corrosion. Engineers brought the hatch drains directly into the thresholds. You will have to pay over 30 thousand rubles to repair the thresholds.
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Headlights and taillights often fog up, and foglight lenses often break when used in cool, damp weather.
The hard plastic interior of the Geely MK is very creaky, especially in cold weather. A rattling sound in the steering wheel may occur due to the screws holding the airbag unit loosening over time. A loose steering shaft seal allows noise from the engine and exhaust system into the cabin.
One of Gili's
MK - water in the cabin. It gets there due to poorly taped windshield and rear windows, as well as through flying rubber plugs on the bottom. Water accumulates in the trunk due to the rear light seats and rear shock absorber mounts. Water can also enter through ventilation valves.
The operation of the climate control system also causes a lot of criticism. The air conditioner becomes ineffective when the ambient temperature exceeds 25-30 degrees Celsius. This is facilitated by the design feature of the heating system: hot tubes and the heater radiator are located directly under the panel. Even in cool weather with the air conditioner and temperature controller turned off, warm air flows from the deflectors in the cold sector.
With a mileage of more than
100,000 km leaks in the air conditioning system are being discovered more and more often. The air conditioning compressor (about 9-12 thousand rubles) may jam after 50-100 thousand km. The heater fan sometimes stops turning on or changing rotation speed due to the failure of the relay (rheostat) of the fan speed controller. The new regulator is not expensive - about 400 rubles.
Electrical equipment
Problems with charging current may appear after 80-120 thousand km. The reason is a failure of the voltage regulator. A set of a new relay and brushes will cost 2.5-3.5 thousand rubles. A new generator costs about 4.5-5.5 thousand rubles.
Due to the short circuit of the temperature sensor of the seat heating element or the “sticking” of the heating button, the heated front seats may stop working. Factory heating elements for heating mirrors do an excellent job, but they often fail. After replacing the mirrors with an analogue one, the heating becomes less effective, but much more durable.
With a mileage of more than
100-150 thousand km, a break in the steering column wiring harness is possible. There are also frequent problems with the dashboard lighting. The reason is the failure of the driver board microcircuit for the electric motors that control the movement of the arrows and the lighting of the devices. The cost of a new tidy is about 7-8 thousand rubles.
Conclusion
The quality of Geely MKs produced in their homeland in China and here in Russia is significantly different. Chinese Gili
they are assembled more solidly - all elements of the body and interior fit well, and the gaps are even everywhere.
Domestic assembly, on the contrary, is famous for poor fit of body parts and always loose or broken bolts. But Chinese cars also have disadvantages - the ECU firmware does not cope well with starting in cold weather, a software update is necessary. In addition, Chinese Gili
often have electrical problems due to oxidation of contacts made from low-quality brass.
Another problem that we have to face is the difficulty of selecting spare parts. There may be completely different parts under the same number that are not interchangeable with the original. Either everything that was at hand was stuffed into the machine during assembly, or there were problems in the catalogues... The only way out is to take the faulty unit (part) with you and compare the similarities by eye.
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The proper operation of any car largely depends on the condition of the components, which must be regularly changed after a technical inspection. The article describes replacing the timing belt on a Geely MK with your own hands, and also attaches a video in which you can visually see the whole process. Detailed instructions and videos will help even a novice driver perform the operation, giving him the opportunity to save on visiting a car service center.
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