Removal And Installation

DRIVE BELTS


Removal and Installation


REMOVAL
1. Remove the splash shield RH. Component.





2. Securely hold the hexagonal part (A) of drive belt auto-tensioner
(1) with a suitable tool. Then move the tool in the direction of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner).

WARNING:
Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.

CAUTION:
Do not loosen the auto-tensioner pulley bolt. (Do not turn it counterclockwise.) If turned counterclockwise, the complete auto-tensioner must be replaced as a unit, including pulley.
3. Insert a rod approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter into the hole (B) of the retaining boss to lock drive belt auto-tensioner.
- Leave tensioner pulley arm locked until belt is installed again.
4. Remove drive belt.

INSTALLATION
1. Install drive belt.

CAUTION:
Confirm drive belt is completely set on the pulleys.
2. Release drive belt auto-tensioner, and apply tension to drive belt.

WARNING:
Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.

CAUTION:
Make sure no engine oil, working fluid and engine coolant are adhered to drive belt and each pulley groove.
3. Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise several times to equalize tension between each pulley.
4. Confirm tension of drive belt at indicator is within the allowable use range. Procedures.
5. Install the splash shield RH. Component.