Timing belts have long been the source of many heated discussions and much heartache for 944 owners. Every new or potential 944 owner should read Jim Pasha's article, 944 Timing Belts and Water Pumps in the August 1994 issue of Excellence Magazine. Due to the history of changes in the factory recommendations for timing belt replacement, you'll find a number of different recommendations being given. The recommendations below are based on the most recent factory recommendations with some additional guidance based on personal experience.
Revised ( CLUTCH-01 ), "Clutch Replacement" procedure. Provided some additional guidance at Step 28 of the "Removal" section to loosen all of the pressure plate bolts first before removing them to minimize the possibility of stripping the cheeseheads.