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Drive Belt: Service and Repair

V-belt

REMOVAL

NOTE: Perform the work with the engine installed to body when replacing a single part.

FRONT SIDE BELT
1) Remove the V-belt covers.





2) Loosen the lock bolt (A).
3) Loosen the slider bolt (B).
4) Remove the front side belt (C).





REAR SIDE BELT
1) Remove the front side belts.
2) Loosen the lock nut (A).
3) Loosen the slider bolt (B).





4) Remove the rear side belt.
5) Remove the belt tensioner.





INSTALLATION

NOTE: Wipe off any oil and water on the belt and pulley.

FRONT SIDE BELT
1) Install the front side belt (C), and tighten the slider bolt so as to obtain the specified belt tension.
2) Tighten the lock bolt (A).
3) Tighten the slider bolt (B).





REAR SIDE BELT
1) Install the belt tensioner.
2) Install the rear side belt, and tighten the slider bolt (B) so as to obtain the specified belt tension.
3) Tighten the lock nut (A).





4) Install the front side belt.

INSPECTION
1) Replace the belts, if crack, fraying or wear is found.
2) Remove the V-belt cover and reservoir tank. (with belt tension gauge)
3) Check the V-belt tension and adjust it if necessary by changing the generator installing position or idler pulley installing position.