Accessory Drive Belt

DESCRIPTION

CAUTION: When installing a serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt MUST be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to water pump rotating in wrong direction. Refer to the appropriate engine Belt Schematic for the correct belt routing. Or, refer to the Belt Routing Label located in the engine compartment.

The accessory drive belt is made of rubber and has grooves in only one side, these grooves mate to the grooves in the accessories pulleys for maximum belt contact and belt alignment.
The accessory drive components are operated by a single, crankshaft driven, serpentine drive belt on all engines. An automatic belt tensioner is also used to maintain correct belt tension at all times.