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Ribbed Belt






Ribbed Belt

Removing

- Pull front engine cover off - arrows -.





Before removing the ribbed belt, mark the turning direction on it with chalk or a felt tip pen. A reversed turning direction can cause damage to the belt under operating conditions.

- Pivot tensioning device in direction of - arrow - to relieve tension on ribbed belt.





- Remove ribbed belt and release tensioning device.

Installing

Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

- Place ribbed belt over belt pulley as shown in the illustration.





- Generator

- Idler roller

- Coolant pump

- Power steering pump

- A/C Compressor

- Tensioning device for ribbed belt

- Vibration damper

When installing the ribbed belt, make sure it is seated correctly on the pulleys.

- Start engine and check belt running.