Drive Belt: Service and Repair

Drive Belt Replacement

Tools Required

J 44811 Accessory Belt Tensioner Unloader

Removal Procedure





Caution: The tensioner assembly's internal parts are not serviceable. To avoid injury, do not disassemble the tensioner.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise the vehicle on the hoist. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the right wheel and the splash shield.
4. Install the J 44811 onto the tensioner.
5. Remove the accessory drive belt.





Important: To remove the tensioner bolt an access hole has been provided through the inner and outer engine rail.

6. Remove the tensioner assembly.
7. Remove the tensioner bolt.

Installation Procedure





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

1. Install the tensioner assembly and bolt (if removed).

Tighten the drive belt tensioner bolt 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

2. Route the belt around the alternator and the A/C compressor.




3. Install the J 44811 onto the tensioner and unload spring tension from the tensioner while positioning the belt.
4. Release the tensioner and remove the tool.
5. Install the right engine inner splash shield.
6. Install the right wheel and hand tighten the wheel nuts.
7. Lower the vehicle.

Tighten the wheel nuts 125 N.m (92 lb ft).

8. Connect the negative battery cable

Tighten the battery terminal bolt 17 N.m (23 lb ft).