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Drive Belt: Service and Repair



REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable at battery.




2. Loosen drive belt adjusting bolt and pivot bolts. When servicing vehicle equipped with A/C, remove compressor drive belt before removing waterpump belt.
3. Slacken belt by displacing generator and then remove it.

INSPECTION
Inspect pump belt for wear or cracks, cuts, deformation and cleanliness. If it is necessary, replace belt.

INSTALLATION
1. Install belt to water pump pulley, crankshaft pulley and generator pulley. Install A/C compressor drive belt, if equipped.
2. Adjust belt tension as specified.




WATER PUMP BELT TENSION INSPECTION
1. Check belt tension. It should be within specification.
2. If tension is out of specification, adjust it. Service and Repair

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