How To Change Timing Belt [Chevrolet Cruze 1.8L 1st Gen]

🔴In this video I will show you the procedure to replace your timing belt and components on your first generation Chevrolet Cruze 2011-2016. This is only for the 1.8L. The procedure is not the same for the 1.4L turbo engine.
The procedure will work for any 1.8L Ecotec engine also found in the Chevrolet Sonic. Like, Share, Comment and Subscribe for more helpful videos.
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[@Autocityman2448]

WARNING ⚠️: DO NOT TORQUE THE TENSIONER AND PULLEY BOLTS TO 40/37 FT/LBS!!! 15FT/LBS PLUS 138 DEGREES!!! YOU WILL SNAP BOLTS.

[@jamesmilliner3739]

Can you guys help me with this statement. I'm researching and preparing to do this job on my car. The tensioner and pulley bolts should not get the 40/37 ft/lbs of torque?

[@OneTrickTech]

no it was a mistake. only 15-20 ft-lbs max.

[@austinlord2839]

So torque is only 15lbs? Everything I seem to read says 15lbs plus 135 degrees. just want to make sure I get this right

[@jonathannance8067]

learned the hard way, mine snapped off. whats the best way to get the broken bolt out of the block?

[@karlkanthak293]

Can you add a caption? I almost overtightened mine.@@OneTrickTech

[@juliovalero6683]

This is the best explanation i have seen here. You have given every detail about disassembly and assembly step by step. It is explained very well. Thanks to sharing your knowledge with us

[@zebertbrown1517]

I referred to this video to change my timing belt at 100,000 and will use it again (probably this weekend) to change my timing belt again since my Cruze has reached 200,000 miles. (She still runs like a Swiss watch!) Thank You for providing such a well detailed auto repair video for DIY shade tree mechanics everywhere.

[@NiftyDerli]

Did you replace pulleys or just belt

[@zebertbrown1517]

@@NiftyDerli I changed the timing belt, both tensioner pullies (internal and external), and the water pump each time to ensure maximum performance.

[@Shoefly007]

What a great video! Thank you so much for this. My wife just finished an hour long drive after getting the timing belt/wp/thermostat housing/etc done. I have done timing belts before, but never felt so prepared. No running around for tools etc. the cam/crank locking tools were the best $16 I ever spent. I struggled a little bit with getting the timing belt on the right teeth until I used a clamp to hold the belt in place on the intake sprocket and then used a ratchet to gently align the exhaust sprocket. This also aided with getting the cam lock in and out.

[@shivendrasingh2862]

This is one of the safest videos I have ever seen, you made sure of the alignments afterwards as well. I am not gonna pay 1500$ for all that when I can do this by myself. Thanks Mate!

[@armandonika]

Doing the head will cost way more 😁😁 it looks simple but sometime something silly might turn in a mess, however if you are mechanically inclined worth to save some money!

[@michaelsieber6601]

No way a timing belt cost 1500

[@shivendrasingh2862]

@@michaelsieber6601 I am talking in AUD 800$ for the timing belt and 700$ for labour.

[@truth4reel]

800 for a belt? Is it gold plated?

[@shivendrasingh2862]

@@truth4reel ask the manufacturer

[@WillMenesesHikes]

Absolutely the best step by step instructional video I have seen to date. Thank you for sharing.

[@reginaldgleghorn9942]

He explains and shows his work very well a class act.

[@kaiken21]

By far one of the best maintenance videos I’ve seen!

[@jonathannance8067]

You should post another video of how to remove a broken off bolt in the block, I’m at a loss. Great video of I would have ignored the torque spec

[@azrezin5220]

Well done. Really like your format. Please make more videos. This is how a how to video should be done. Can't say it enough. Really dig the simple straight forward no bs format. Just bought a Sonic and I have a pile of parts. Subbed.

[@daisy9152]

Great Video, BUT ALWAYS TRANSFER THE TIMING MARKS ONTO THE OLD BELT, and then copy over to the new belt. That way you have the right number of teeth between all the timing marks which is the correct timing measurement. Often you will have to back the crank up slightly to catch the correct tooth on the belt.

[@shinobusensui9395]

When I did the timing belt on my Miata , I did not do that. I did however confirm through the manufacturer manual the correct number of teeth, but does it really matter if you set the engine to tdc? If you have a non-interference engine and the belt snaps, you would have to reference at all. If I set cams in their proper position (usually marked by cam sprocket) and set number cylinder 1 to tdc, wouldn't it always be correct?

[@jbenedict967]

i had to do that on a vw, caught a half tooth and didnt advance it, belt stretched got a cel. had to do it over wont do that again goood point

[@brianjohnson7597]

Great video. If there was an Oscar award for tutorials this would win.

[@adventures223]

Excellent very well done you explained everything in exact detail and didn't skip anything very high quality pitcher one of the best how to videos on KZbin thank you very much

[@molly18239]

My man, this is the best how-to vid I have ever seen. Excellent work.

[@tacobuster4087]

The best video I seen by far. Appreciate your time in making it to share the knowledge. I feel like a certified tech now.

[@EATSLEEPDRIVE2002]

Thank you so much, this video was SO HELPFUL. Especially, I was able to watch it and write down what tools I needed to get as I went. Great job

[@releasereceive6652]

My mechanic liked this video, process was vry quick n helpful and my blue box on Amazon was only $ 20,thnk you new follower now 💙

[@anthonyriley1101]

Great video, very well done! I just finished up this job on my son's 2015 Chevy Sonic 1.8L and it was nice to know what to expect and how to do it correctly. Thank you!!

[@Shawn855]

Did you use the lock tool?

[@anthonyriley1101]

@@Shawn855 Yes, I needed the fly wheel lock because I don’t have an impact wrench so I bought the cam tool set. You can do the job without locking the cams if you’re careful to mark everything very well with a paint pen.

[@yuri1202826]

Thank you. This was clear easy to see and understand and very thorough. I love it.

[@OneTrickTech]

You're very welcome!

[@MehmetKaya-ok7eu]

@@OneTrickTech merhaba,Türkçeye çevirirmisiz ..

[@francisj4058]

This video helped me change the timing belt on my 2010 chevy aveo. Almost the exact same engine

[@OriginalYoutuber]

Took me a bit but I finally got the belt on right. Thank you so much for the video!

[@oldtimeflipper8691]

Most thorough video I've seen so far on this procedure. Maybe add "Sonic" to title? Thanks!

[@monicatso2723]

Thanks for the video Mr. Tech guy. I was quoted $1,200ish for parts+labor & $800ish only for labor. Versus $150ish for parts (including camshaft locking tool kit) Saved me more than $1,000.. thank ya... also, the extra bolt i had to order came as a torx.. but the one that came with the kit was a hex... hex bolt was thicker though. So no problem. Haha plus timing marks on my sh*t was really confusing. Was good to have my mum help keep a second eye on the marks on top to see if they actually line. Ugh.. dumb that there are marks everywhere that didnt make sense. And now we made a few more. Lol.

[@davidgalvan9438]

thanks for the detailed instructions, you made it very easy for me to do the job...

[@michaelchaneyjr.3763]

Made it look easy! Great video!

[@kurdt10061978]

You made my day, great video!!!, thanks for share!!

[@qawwertyyugggyiuiuuhinkopo748]

Thanks a lot your video help a lot just where it all the camshaft sensor in the bottom goes it took me 3 days to find that cuz the rubber piece is so clogged up with dirt it look like metal but I found the rubber piece and put the locking device in everything's good to go now my car is running great again put a new belt and all thank God man I thought I couldn't do it but I did thanks to you 💪💪🙏🙏😁😁

[@EddieLeal]

Outstanding work my friend! Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge with us. 😁👍 Keep up the great work!

[@archiejoseph6681]

Very good explanation thanks

[@arokh72]

I have a 2014 Holden Trax, which uses this engine. This is the Aussie version of the Chev Trax. Whilst I have my mechanic doing this, this video is interesting, in terms of showing me what he needs to do.

[@westtexascowboy5473]

Great video! Look forward to watch more your them.

[@graysonwells300]

Phenomenal job man

[@NORIaquaCh]

Thank you. I'll be using this to do my timing belt, tensioner and pulley kit on my Z18XER next month. Just a note to anyone reading this, the flywheel tool is only required if your car is a manual transmission. If it's automatic, then skip the flywheel tool setter. Update: To further clarify, you still need to lock the engine for automatic transmissions, as the engine will turn when you torque the crankshaft bolt. You can insert a long thin gauged metal pin or rod into the opening holes at the crankshaft area. This prevents the crankshaft from moving, and physically locking it from moving when torqueing the bolt.

[@OneTrickTech]

yes thank you for that!

[@blessedredeemed1359]

Im at that locking tool for the flywheel and just ran thru the comments and found this thread. Is there another way than a rod which ai dont have

[@blessedredeemed1359]

Actually found it on the auto transmission and it does fit in there. Didnt see the darn thing until I watched the video again

[@wesleyhack1745]

This is an old comment so I hope somebody replies. Your comment confused me. How do I lock the crankshaft? I can’t find out how to do it anywhere.

[@NORIaquaCh]

@@wesleyhack1745 Go on eBay and buy a timing belt lock kit which includes an L-Bracket that locks the flywheel/torque converter. The kit also includes left and right cam phaser locks, a timing belt tensioner pin and a cam lock (locks the intake and exhaust cams, you need to take the valve cover off to do this).

[@reginaldgleghorn9942]

Show more videos on Chevy Cruze leaks and other problems. Thank you.

[@duaneulman9915]

Vary good video. Thank you !

[@matthewcastillo8410]

This was amazing!

[@omarbham2580]

Top job ,we’ll shown 👍🏾

[@3stargarage]

Your vedeos excilent understanding 👍👍👍

[@abdallabashir669]

Well done excellent I have Chevy Cruze limited LS 1.8 Engine I took it to the dealership service on 100,000 miles for timing belt replacement on April 2019 but the technician didn’t do it perfectly there was a problem with sprocket locking up 😮 went black to complain it took several month until covid stopped everything.

[@MAXFatan]

شكرا الله يعطيك العافية

[@peace-1712]

Great video 🤟

[@waltermartin4450]

Thank you for showing the right and safe way to change out a timing belt. Very very good all the way through. Thanks again

[@omarparanoes2150]

You are Awesome/// Thank you

[@willstarttomorrow7131]

I have the same set of cam and flywheel locking tools, but after positioning the flywheel locking tool in the same place as you did I tested it and it did not hold the flywheel nor the crankshaft from turning. Did you test this out after installing your lock tool? The manual recommends this before placing the camshaft locking tool in place. I believe this is because they don't want excessive force put on the camshafts alone when trying to turn/loosen the crankshaft pulley bolt. Thank you for posting btw! Very helpful.

[@HIimMAC]

Awesome man 👍, excited to eventually do this. Great guide, feeling confident about it now, keep up the good work!

[@page6265]

great job !

[@marlboromatt5656]

Excellent video !!!! Thankyou for the time it took to do this . My question if I put the flywheel locking tool in does that mean I don’t need to lock the cams? I have the kit and it comes with a cam locking tool. I have a standard transmission Cruze if that matters .I guess I should specify I mean the cam locking tool that goes under the valve cover .

[@OneTrickTech]

for standard transmission you just need to lock the cams. no need to lock the flywheel, I don't think the tool would fit either. hope that help!

[@MTorn]

You only need that locking plate if you need to remove the camsprockets (f.i. to change a leaking oilseal). So NOT for timingbelt alone. The fixationtool for the flywheel can be left in untill you fix the crankshaftbolt to specifications, but than you can't check the belt by turning it twice....

[@KhanhNguyen-tt1yj]

Very good job man

[@user-tw1nj6eh6j]

شكرا جزيلا لك استفت منك كثير اتمنى لك التوفيق والى الامام

[@fernacasi1]

Excelente video thank you

[@marcondesroberto2258]

Perfect video

[@hussen_990]

بارك الله فيك

[@princesekhoanyane1110]

Thanks for the more detailed info, on my Chevrolet cruze the timing belt broke what could be the cause to that

[@kevinmetcalf6371]

Great video. Tks

[@graysonhannivan8719]

Great video did you do one for a water pump as well

[@CrisPalms]

Thank u very much.

[@tramavan]

También sirve para la Tracker/Trax con motor 1.8!! Just an FYI. For those in Latin America looking for this timing belt job; this will work on Sonic, Cruze 1.8 and Tracker 1.8. I did buy the ACDelco kit locally but shipped from the US and worked like a charm. Do replace the serpentine belts while you are at it and the engine mounts (if necessary). Gracias!

[@jimmywarledo4930]

70 ft lbs first pass, 45° 2nd pass, 15° 3rd pass

[@robertmahaney6831]

someone quick get this guy a 15 mm ratcheting box end

[@OneTrickTech]

🤣🤣🤣

[@walleyeye]

Really good video!!! I have a 2017 sonic 1.8L and would like to do this job myself but am afraid of breaking any bolts and I couldnt really tell where that crank locking tool went. Is breaking any bolts doing this job common? I will need to find where to get replacement bolts from that you said should be replaced.

[@OneTrickTech]

The crank locking tool goes on the transmission. Bolts are not common to break in this job because most on of them are not rusty. All the bolts part number are in the video description. You can also get the replacement bolts from rock auto.

[@nigelnkunzi6414]

I'm going to do tht on this coming weekend thanks for the vid u explain it so easily

[@jamespha9896]

Thank the Best 👑👑👍👍

[@bettystorey4037]

A 15 mm rachet wrench work great for the crank lock bolt

[@GuideGuyJDurr]

Thank you! 10/10 I ended up tightening my idler pulley and tensioner by feel cause I felt it was going to snap or strip threads at 40 ft lbs I also just Ugg’s ugga’d the crank pulley bolt cause it would spin on me.

[@OneTrickTech]

haha I did the same with the crank pulley! I removed the locking tool to early, was too lazy to put it back XD

[@thegamepz]

I use blue thread lock on every engine component

[@jtn0022]

Yes 40 ft lbs snapped the bolt off on mine!

[@blakezinger1230]

Did you use new bolts? I’m wondering if I can reuse the tensioner and idler bolts with loctite

[@oldtimeflipper8691]

@@jtn0022 I've found that some shops won't do this job for this very reason.

[@mdhamm101]

Is there any wiggling on the back portion of the tensioner or should it remain completely stationary with car running?

[@Hu54644]

Great video! Do you need two floor jacks then? One under the oil pan and one to raise the wheel to remove the tore and wheel well? Am i mossing something here?

[@OneTrickTech]

I had 2 floor jacks yes but you don't need 2. You can start by raising the right side wheel and then put a jack stand and then use that floor jack to raise the oil pan as usual.

[@angelanuccio2167]

S you didnt torque the motor mount back to the engine , itself and to the frame ?

[@davidwheeler7613]

Great video .by far the best I've seen. I'm doing this job on a 2014 sonic I just got with 137k miles. I don't know if it was done so this is precautionary. I have a 1.8l manual 5 speed is it the same procedure?

[@OneTrickTech]

yes they share the same engine so the procedure is very similar

[@barry4783]

I gave you a subscription just for this video! Absolutely great content and a money saver!!! Very Detailed!!! 1 Question however; what is the procedure if the belt broke while driving at low speed?

[@OneTrickTech]

Good question, if the belt broke, can you still turn the crank pulley or is it seized. Im not sure if the pistons contact the valves on these if the belt breaks.

[@BigBlueTheFoo]

Belt didn't break here on mine but there's a section of teeth that are missing just under the left sprocket.. how do I know if it's still in time, or how do I set it back right

[@andrew6139]

what is model name type you are using for impack wrench i know it devalt i want get what you have thank you very good job easy follow

[@OneTrickTech]

DCF899M1

[@FoXracer5090]

Getting ready to do my timing belt this weekend. Just wondering in other videos have seen them remove the valve cover and use the other "specials" tool. Do you not need to remove the valve cover?

[@OneTrickTech]

Depending on the locking kit you got, the tool that goes on the valve doesn't always fit correctly and sometimes doesn't fit at all. The tool to lock the camshaft is enough to do the job but locking them at the other end to is for extra precaution, but you will need to replace the valve cover gasket as well.

[@ramirohernandez5488]

Muy bien explicado perfecto thanks compadre for sharing your wisdom 👍

[@lupin-ex7ec]

Nice Video! just one question do I need the flywheel locking tool? (Opel Meriva A 1.6 77kw Manual)

[@OneTrickTech]

I dont think so. Although im not sure if the flywheel will lock by itself.

[@lupin-ex7ec]

@@OneTrickTech ok thx for the fast reply!

[@stillboutit]

Good video. How long did it take you to complete this procedure?

[@OneTrickTech]

About 4 hours

[@abdallabashir669]

Installed new intake cam actuator and solenoid toured down to spec timed engine R+R

[@jenniferflasher4626]

So I need two new bolts which ones? Our box didn’t come but any bolts. You have two listed on the list I’m trying to see what I need two of

[@OneTrickTech]

GM GENUINE 24447224 1 of these GM GENUINE 55570291 2 of these you can get them at rockauto.com for cheaper.

[@abdallabashir669]

Following my comment later with change of the dealership another technician looked at the problem wrote this:

[@rdmineer1]

One huge mistake: Water pump is difficult to access, so you replace it while in there. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE is why it's in the kit. With that, the missing aluminum bolt is ridiculous! Get the tensioner and serpentine belt also. Insanity to not get it all. I have this engine, 2012 Sonic 5M. At 76,000 miles I trust it to go anywhere, 100%.

[@ryanchristensen1799]

What is the hypothetical mileage you could get out of the stock belt? Before trading in our 2012 sonic it had a little over 130k miles on the stock belt. It was mostly highway driven miles so I'm sure that possibly helped.

[@OneTrickTech]

Most timing belts are due at 100k miles. You can get more miles out of it all depending on the conditions of the belt. The belt can be good but the tensioner and idler pulley could be on their way out so that's why 100k miles is the safe number.

[@codypierce7606]

Would the timing lock tool be the same for a 2013 Cruze LS with the 1.8L motor?

[@OneTrickTech]

yes they share the same engine.

[@joshuawilson6564]

Great video, I followed to the t, but I cannot get the new belt on, I didn't put the cam locks in with old belt on, I started at crank gear and worked up to idler then around cams with new belt, it seems like it's a smidge off, the belt will not be completely tight going around cam gears, it goes on with slack, which doesn't allow new belt, any suggestions

[@OneTrickTech]

I can only suggest to use a longer ratchet to get the max flex from the tensioner. I tried many variations to put on the new belt and that was the best way

[@jamiem5319]

Nice video, so do i use the crankshaft locking tool when torquing the bottom crankshaft bolt? Also should i lock the crankshaft to remove the bolt with a breaker bar? Any help thanks?

[@OneTrickTech]

yes you can keep that crankshaft locking tool on to torque the bolt if you don't have a impact gun. And yes you should lock the crankshaft also when removing the bolt since you have a breaker bar.

[@jamiem5319]

@@OneTrickTech Thanks for the help man, just want to make sure i don't mess up my engine lol

[@jamiem5319]

@@OneTrickTech Do the camshafts need to be aligned for the 2 locking bits to fit in properly, i tried to fit them in just to be sure and it seems to big?

[@OneTrickTech]

Make sure they are aligned like in the video, its a very tight fit so take your time and find the right angle.

[@yesasye3947]

I saw the whole video, I really appreciate it, now I have this problem, so it would be better if I put it in the company of a Chevy or can any mechanic do it? How much will it cost me?

[@OneTrickTech]

This job would cost around 1200$+ because they will most likely sell the parts to you also. Sometimes they wont let you bring your own parts. Ask any smaller garage if the have the timing lock kit to do this job. You can also go to a Chevrolet dealership for this job but they will charge even more.

[@Shawn855]

Thank you for the video. Do you know if the cam lock tool will work on a 2015 cruze? It shows 2009 - 2012 in the link description. Thanks

[@OneTrickTech]

yes a lot of people had the same problem. Its a mistake in the amazon website. As long as you have the 1.8l engine this locking tools will work.

[@Shawn855]

@@OneTrickTech Thanks for the reply and the helpful video. You saved me $500 ($850 - parts cost)

[@Shawn855]

Forgot to mention: the flywheel lock doesn't do anything. I put it in place when going to torque the camshaft sprocket to 72ft-lbs and the sprocket kept turning lol. Had to zap it with the Impact.

[@strategicservices9906]

How many hrs should this job take I'll need to bring it to chevy dealer

[@johnkent319]

Will the tools to hold the crankshaft fit a2014 Cruze because it says it's for 2012

[@OneTrickTech]

as long as its the 1.8l engine , then the tools will work.

[@rottmanthan]

was the factory belt ac delco or gates? i have read that gm uses gates.

[@OneTrickTech]

they do. they package it in a Acdleco box but on the parts , its written gates.

[@adelalalem5464]

Pro works

[@levialston518]

Can a 1.8 replace the 1.4 engine in a cruze

[@danp7463]

Ohh fire it up.

[@StefanBeeJay]

Is it possible to remove the crank pulley without an impact gun? I'm at my budget just getting the parts without buying an expensive tool

[@OneTrickTech]

yes just use the crank locking tool before removing the pulley, then you can use a 1/2" ratchet. then just loosen it again to follow along the next steps.

[@StefanBeeJay]

@@OneTrickTech Perfect thanks! thought this would work but wasn't sure..I think I ordered the same locking kit that you have in the video

[@donsaelzler9255]

Not the safest thing at all, and yet.... on one car or another that was a standard transmission.... when trying to remove the crankshaft bolt without an impact gun.... and because with turning the crankshaft bolt with the breaker bar the motor would turn because the clutch would slip... at the beginning of the job I had a breaker bar/socket on the crankshaft bolt then used the starter motor to spin the motor.... WHACK...whirr. Very dangerous..... but if it is cold outside as you lie shivering on a cold cement floor, and you ran out of swear words. AGAIN.. determine whch-a-ways that breaker bar is gonna swing. This is a last ditch effort of a desperate person.

[@donavonramey3847]

I can’t get the timing belt around the tensioner for some reason

[@peace-1712]

Do the cams & flywheel come with marks from the manufacturer?

[@OneTrickTech]

yes

[@QDArt-gj6lb]

Does gates make acdelco parts?? I’ve been looking into buyin the kit and ran into some reviews saying gates make adcelco parts

[@OneTrickTech]

yea they do, some parts are Ac Delco packaged and stamped gates on it

[@willy5408]

What is the purpose of putting the flywheel locking plate in place if you have already removed the crank pulley?

[@OneTrickTech]

when putting the new belt, the crank sprocket will want to move as you're forcing the new belt. if you lock the flywheel, you wont have to worry about anything moving. And you should keep the flywheel locking tool until you torque the new crank bolt. Hope that helps!

[@SleepyThaDragon420]

@@OneTrickTech is it possible to do without the locking tool?

[@OneTrickTech]

Impossible. The cams will move once you remove the belt. The locking tools helps you a lot. Save yourself the headache and do it with the tools. Hope that helps! Good luck!

[@qawwertyyugggyiuiuuhinkopo748]

Do you put your car in neutral do you put your car in neutral then do it at or are you keeping him part could you tell me I'm getting ready to my Chevy Aveo 2011

[@OneTrickTech]

you can leave your car in park. no need to put it in neutral

[@fireplaceandraindrops10hou10]

The gear box have to be in P or N ? Thank u for the explination 👍

[@OneTrickTech]

Park for automatic and you can leave it in neutral for manual transmission I believe.

[@mystery3882]

Im struggling with a similar engine it dont wana start after replacing head gasket looks like a spark problem

[@wellschaung1110]

Since to two Camshafts already locked. Without locking the flywheel. What's the chances of movement while replacing the new belt? Thx

[@OneTrickTech]

The crank sprocket will move when putting the new belt. You must lock the flywheel. Do you have trouble finding the bolt to lock the flywheel?

[@wellschaung1110]

@@OneTrickTech I saw other people doing it without locking the flywheel. Even some youtubers do not show locking of the flywheel. Thanks for your reply.

[@kevinmendoza7535]

Hi, is the alignment tool for the Cruze necessary for making a timing belt replacement?

[@OneTrickTech]

YES 100%! It will save you so much trouble. All the best!

[@danievanderwesthuizen9636]

No you don't have to use the alignment tool you can remove the valve cover hold on too the camshaft with a 24 mm wrench and just make sure the two timing marks is aligned yes the loking tool makes it easier but if you don't have to remove the camshaft gears to replace the seals then you can replace the belt that way I did it myself a few times

[@MTorn]

Danie is right, it can be done without the locking tool, but it is more troublesome. If you do that, it helps to copy the selfmade timingmarks from the old to the new belt (as an extra to place the new belt right without the fixation of the camsprockets)

[@CleranceElva]

If I’m only replacing the timing belt, do I need to replace the crank pulley bolt? Or, can I reuse the old one?

[@OneTrickTech]

It's recommended to change it, but if you re-use the bolt it's not a big deal