Drive Belt: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure





1. Install a 3/8 inch drive wrench on the drive belt tensioner and rotate the arm counterclockwise.
2. Remove the drive belt.
3. Slowly release the tension on the drive belt tensioner.


Installation Procedure





1. Route the belt over all the pulleys except the drive belt tensioner.
2. Observe belt routing for vehicles without air conditioning.





3. Observe belt routing for vehicles with air conditioning.





4. Install a 3/8 inch drive wrench on the drive belt tensioner and rotate the drive belt tensioner arm counterclockwise.
5. Install the belt over the drive belt tensioner pulley.
6. Slowly release the tension on the drive belt tensioner.
7. Confirm that the belt is properly routed.