Drive Belt: Service and Repair

V-BELT





V-belt

REMOVAL

NOTE:
When replacing a single part, perform the work with the engine assembly installed to body.

V-BELT

1) Remove the V-belt covers.
2) Remove the air intake duct.
3) Attach the tool to the V-belt tensioner assembly, and rotate the tool clockwise to loosen and remove the V-belt.





V-BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY AND IDLER PULLEY

1) Remove the V-belts.
2) Remove the bolt securing the V-belt tensioner assembly to the power steering pump bracket, and remove the V-belt tensioner assembly.





3) Remove the bolt securing the idler pulley to the A/C compressor bracket, and remove the idler pulley.





INSTALLATION

V-BELT

Install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
^ When reusing the V-belt, wipe off dust and water with cloth.
^ Do not use the V-belt if there is any oil, grease or coolant on the belt.
^ Be careful not to rub the V-belt end surface with bare hands; exposed core may cause injury.
^ Wipe off any dust, oil and water on the groove of each pulley with cloth.





V-BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY AND IDLER PULLEY

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque:
33 Nm (3.4 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)





Tightening torque:
20 Nm (2.0 kgf-m, 14.8 ft-lb)





INSPECTION

1) Check the V-belt for cracks, tear or wear.
2) Remove the air intake duct.
3) Check the V-belt tensioner assembly and idler pulley for deformation, cracks or other damages.
4) Check that the V-belt tension indicator (A) is within the limit (B).