Cam belt and crankshaft timing marks

2002 RENAULT MEGANE
89,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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DOUG627586
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I have a 1998cc 16valve Renault Megane Convertible Privilidge+ which recently had a cam belt idler collapse, resulting in the usual valve damage after the belt slipped a tooth or 2. I have had the head reconditioned with new valves, guides, and followers, but before I reassemble the whole thing, I need to be sure where my timing marks on the crankshaft, and the camshafts are. Is there any possibility of a photo of what I should be looking for, and also what positions the respective shafts need to be in before reassembly. If a photo isn't possible, as accurate a description as possible would be appreciated.
Nov 16, 2009 at 3:25 PM
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DAVE H
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The timing position marks on this vehicle are pretty easy to spot and you need to have these set exactly right to avoid further damage to the valves. Here is a timing belt mark and replacement guide below. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
Nov 20, 2009 at 5:26 AM
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2000 Renault Megane 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual 79.000 miles

the timing belt has broken on my renault megane is this expensive to fix
Nov 29, 2018 at 1:02 PM (Merged)
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DAVE H
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most garages will charge around the 600 pounds mark to repair your vehicle !
Nov 29, 2018 at 1:02 PM (Merged)