Is this normal

[omegalyn]

Changed the Cam sensor last week on my 2.0 Ecotec 16V, had a good look at the cam belt as this needs changing soon.  I started the car to see what direction the belt runs and noticed that the pointer behind the belt tensioner was moveing from side to side. It's the arm you line-up with a markings on the backplate when adjusting the tentsioner. Is this the norm?

Thanks

Lyn

[ians]

Yes it is normal as the engine goes through its cycle.

cheers

ian

[omegalyn]

Thanks Ians, Just wanted to conferm.

[ians]

FYI I've done the belt a couple of times - pretty straightforward really.

[omegalyn]

Yes, Going to have a go after I get a torque wench.

[Admin]

Just please change the water pump at the same time as this is driven off the cambelt.

[omegalyn]

Good thinking, thanks

[JamesV6CDX]

Good thinking, thanks

Lyn, Where in wales are you? I'm often in Wales myself, if it's anywhere nearby I could pop over and change the cambelt kit / water pump on your 4pot.. not a tricky job.....and I have the locking tool

[omegalyn]

Thank you for your offer James, have sent you a PM.

Lyn.