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Drive Belt: Service and Repair



Drive Belt Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the air cleaner.
2. Remove the intake manifold cover.
3. Remove the engine mount strut.
4. Install a breaker bar to the drive belt tensioner.
5. Rotate the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise to release the spring tension.
6. Remove the drive belt.

Installation Procedure




1. Install a breaker bar to the drive belt tensioner.
2. Rotate the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise to release the spring tension.
3. Install the drive belt.
4. Remove the breaker bar.
5. Install the engine mount strut.
6. Install the intake manifold cover.
7. Install the air cleaner.