Drive Belt: Service and Repair

NOTE: The belt routing schematics are published from the latest information available at the time of publication. If anything differs between these schematics and the Belt Routing Label, use the schematics on Belt Routing Label. This label is located in the engine compartment.


REMOVAL
Belt tension is not adjustable. Belt adjustment is maintained by an automatic (spring load) belt tensioner.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.

Fig. 56:

Fig. 57:

2. Loosen belt tensioner and remove belt (Fig. 56 and 57).

INSTALLATION
1. Check condition of all pulleys.

CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt MUST be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water pump rotating in the wrong direction.

2. Install new belt.

Fig. 58:

3. With the drive belt installed, inspect the belt wear indicator (Fig. 58). The gap between the tang and the housing stop (measurement A) must not exceed 24 mm (0.94 inches). If the measurement exceeds this specification replace the serpentine accessory drive belt.