Serpentine Belt

Replacement Conditions
Conditions requiring belt replacement are excessive wear, severe glazing or frayed cords. Replace any belt exhibiting any of these conditions.

Minor cracks in the V-grooved portion of the belt are considered normal and acceptable. If the belt has chunks missing from the ribs it should be replaced.

Drive Belt:

Removal and Installation

NOTE: Mark direction of rotation on the drive belt with a crayon or marking pen to ensure correct installation, if belt is to be reused. Failure to do so may result in belt noise.

1. Remove plastic belt shield from power steering pump.
2. Using a 1/2-inch drive breaker bar or equivalent inserted in pulley tensioner, release tension on drive belt.
3. Remove drive belt tensioner pulley.

NOTE: Inspect the drive belt for any cuts or wear. The belt may be reused if no damage or wear has been indicated.

4. To install, reverse Removal procedure.

Belt To Pulley Contact:

NOTE: When installing belts on pulleys, ensure that all V-grooves make proper contact with pulleys.