Ribbed Belt

Ribbed Belt

Removing

- Remove front engine cover - arrows -.





- Remove bolts - arrows -.





- Remove air duct - 1 - and - 2 -.

- Loosen quick-release fasteners - 1 - and - 2 - and remove front noise insulation. Rear section of noise insulation remains installed.





- Remove front bumper cover.

- Bring lock carrier into service position. Refer to =>
Radiator Support Radiator Support

• Before removing 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, noting the following:

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





- Generator

- Idler roller

- Coolant pump

- Power-steering pump

- Air conditioner compressor

- Tensioning device for ribbed belt

- Crankshaft

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

- Install lock carrier with attachments. Refer to =>
Radiator Support Radiator Support

- Start engine and check belt running.

- Install front bumper cover.