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Drive Belt: Service and Repair





Removal and Installation

1. For release the tension, turn the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise then remove the drive belt (A).




2. Install the drive belt (A).
Rotate the drive belt tensioner arm (A) counterclockwise moving the tensioner pulley bolt with wrench. After putting the belt on the tensioner pulley, release the tensioner pulley slowly.
Crankshaft pulley -> A/C pulley -> Alternator pulley -> Idler #1 pulley -> Idler #2 pulley -> Water pump pulley -> Tensioner pulley.






Inspection

1. Visually check the belt for excessive wear, frayed cords etc.
If any defect has been found, replace the drive belt.

NOTE:
Cracks on the rib side of a belt are considered acceptable. If the belt has chunks missing from the ribs, it should be replaced.