Drive Belt: Service and Repair

INSPECTION





- Inspect pump belt for wear or cracks, cuts, deformation and cleanliness. If it is necessary, replace belt.

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable at battery.





2. Loosen drive belt adjusting bolt and pivot bolts. When servicing vehicle equipped with A/C, remove compressor drive belt before removing water pump belt.
3. Slacken belt by displacing generator and then remove it.

INSTALLATION
1. Install belt to water pump pulley, crankshaft pulley and generator pulley. Install A/C compressor drive belt, if equipped.
2. Adjust belt tension as specified.
3. Tighten water pump belt adjusting bolt and pivot bolts.
4. Connect negative cable at battery.