Drive Belt: Service and Repair

Drive Belt Replacement (LE5) (2.4L Without Hybrid)

Tools Required

J 44811 Accessory Belt Tensioner Unloader

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Install the J 44811 to the drive belt tensioner.
3. Using the J 44811 , rotate the tensioner counterclockwise in order to release the tensioner from the drive belt.




4. Remove the drive belt.
5. Slowly rotate the J 44811 and the tensioner clockwise in order to allow the tensioner to rest.
6. Remove the J 44811 from the drive belt tensioner.

Installation Procedure




1. Install and position the drive belt around all of the pulleys except for the drive belt tensioner.
2. Install the J 44811 to the drive belt tensioner.
3. Using the J 44811 , rotate the tensioner counterclockwise.
4. Position the drive belt under the tensioner pulley.




5. Using the J 44811 , rotate the tensioner clockwise in order to seat the tensioner pulley onto the drive belt.
6. Install the engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement (Service and Repair).