Timing belt burning smell

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EugeneS
Country: SA
Vehicle: 2001 Pajero 3.5 GLS SWB
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Timing belt burning smell

Tue Apr 02, 2024 2:03 pm

Hi,

I fitted new Gates timing belt with GMB idler and GMB tention pulley and Mitsubishi hydraulic tentioner about 3000km ago. When engine is hot there is a rubber burning smell.
Anybody with similar experience?

Picture of timing belt attached.
Belt 1 April 2024.jpg


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