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Title: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Brian T on 24 July 2008, 23:14:47
Have I missed something here? I know the many of the contributors on here have V6's. But they are also very helpful and knowledgeable when it comes to the 4 pot also.
So my question really should be is the belt change on a 4 pot that easy that it doesnt warrant a how2 or is it just that nobody has ever got round to doing one?
I saw the post regarding the DVD but they appear to be in short supply.

The parts arrived today for me to change my cambelt and a mechanic friend is coming ot help me this weekend, but he hasn't changed one on an Omega either and so any help going would be useful.

This post has probably crossed boards now so apologies to admin if that is the case. ::)
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Ian_D on 25 July 2008, 00:42:37
If the 2.2 is an old one, then I assume it will be the same as the 2.0L engine...

If its a new 2.2 engine, then it doesn't have a belt, its uses a chain that doesn't need chainging - however there was a problem with blocked oil jets that was causing them to snap!  :o
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 25 July 2008, 07:27:53
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If the 2.2 is an old one, then I assume it will be the same as the 2.0L engine...

If its a new 2.2 engine, then it doesn't have a belt, its uses a chain that doesn't need chainging - however there was a problem with blocked oil jets that was causing them to snap!  :o

Incorrect im afraid........all the 2.2's have a belt which does need changing at 40k..

Brian....Have you tried PM'ing CraigR for the DVD?


Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Auto Addict on 25 July 2008, 07:28:23
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If the 2.2 is an old one, then I assume it will be the same as the 2.0L engine...

If its a new 2.2 engine, then it doesn't have a belt, its uses a chain that doesn't need chainging - however there was a problem with blocked oil jets that was causing them to snap!  :o

All Omega 2.2 engines are belt driven, none have chains.
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Marks DTM Calib on 25 July 2008, 08:20:35
The 2.2 is a longer stroke version of the 2.0 with a different management setup.

Really easy job to do.
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: tunnie on 25 July 2008, 09:23:59
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If the 2.2 is an old one, then I assume it will be the same as the 2.0L engine...

If its a new 2.2 engine, then it doesn't have a belt, its uses a chain that doesn't need chainging - however there was a problem with blocked oil jets that was causing them to snap!  :o

All 2.2's fitted to Omega's are belt, Vectra/VX220/Signum 2.2's are chain iic  :-/
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Brian T on 25 July 2008, 12:57:53
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If the 2.2 is an old one, then I assume it will be the same as the 2.0L engine...

If its a new 2.2 engine, then it doesn't have a belt, its uses a chain that doesn't need chainging - however there was a problem with blocked oil jets that was causing them to snap!  :o

Incorrect im afraid........all the 2.2's have a belt which does need changing at 40k..

Brian....Have you tried PM'ing CraigR for the DVD?



I have yes but not had a reply. I think there have been a few "non technical" problems.
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Brian T on 25 July 2008, 12:58:57
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The 2.2 is a longer stroke version of the 2.0 with a different management setup.

Really easy job to do.

I f just follow the Haynes guide for the 2.0 DOHC I dhould be alright then?
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Auto Addict on 25 July 2008, 15:29:19
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The 2.2 is a longer stroke version of the 2.0 with a different management setup.

Really easy job to do.

I f just follow the Haynes guide for the 2.0 DOHC I dhould be alright then?

Yes, just take your time, and don't forget to change the water pump at the same time.
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Brian T on 25 July 2008, 15:35:02
I've got the Contitech kit and a QH pump just need to pick up some anti freeze. I take it the torque settings for the 2.0 are the same?
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Auto Addict on 25 July 2008, 15:38:09
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I've got the Contitech kit and a QH pump just need to pick up some anti freeze. I take it the torque settings for the 2.0 are the same?

Yes.
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: Brian T on 25 July 2008, 16:06:09
Thank you all.....now where's me spanners :D
Title: Re: Why no 2.2 Cambelt How2 ?
Post by: TheBoy on 25 July 2008, 21:40:44
Only special tool - camlock wedge, about £5 from local factors.