Timing Belt Pulley Flange Failure

 

Timing belt pulley flange failure is often the direct result of misalignment. Misalignment can be observed as:

• Parallel Misalignment
• Angular Misalignment

Probable Cause:

• Timing belt forcing flange off

Corrective Action:

• Check parallel and angular alignment of the timing belt pulleys
• Reinstall, replace, repair flange

Probable Cause:

• Misaligned drive

Corrective Action:

• Check parallel and angular alignment of the timing belt pulleys

Probable Cause:

• Flange incorrectly mounted

Corrective Action:

• Reinstall, replace, repair flange