Drive Belt Replacement (Convertible)

Drive Belt Replacement (Convertible)

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement (Service and Repair).
3. Remove the engine mount bracket bolt (2).
4. Remove the engine mount bracket spacer (1).




5. Rotate the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise in order to release the tensioner spring tension.
6. Remove the drive belt.

Installation Procedure




1. Rotate the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise in order to release the tensioner spring tension.
2. Install the drive belt.





Note: The spacer has a nominal length of 36.0 mm (1.42 in). If the spacer cannot be reinstalled, the spacer will require the ends to be buffed slightly using a crocus cloth or emery paper in order to bring the length to a minimum of 35.80 mm (1.41 in).

3. Install the engine mount bracket spacer (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install the engine mount bracket bolt (2).

Tighten the bolt to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).

5. Install the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement (Service and Repair).
6. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (Service and Repair).