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Drive Belt: Service and Repair

Drive Belt Replacement

Removal Procedure

Important: The engine must be supported upon removal of the engine mount.





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the right front engine mount and engine mount bracket from the engine block.





3. Use a 15 mm wrench to rotate the tensioner pulley clockwise while sliding the drive belt off the tensioner or water pump pulley.
4. Remove the drive belt.
5. Clean and inspect the serpentine drive belt surfaces.

Installation Procedure





1. Route the belt around all pulleys, except the tensioner or water pump.

Important: Ensure that the drive belt is aligned into the proper grooves on the drive pulley.

2. Use a 15 mm wrench to rotate the tensioner pulley clockwise.
3. Slip the belt over tine idler or water pump pulley.
4. Install the right front engine mount.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Connect the negative battery cable.
^ Tighten the battery terminal bolts to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
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