Drive Belt: Service and Repair

Ribbed Belt

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Locking Pin (T10060 A)

Removing

- Remove the noise insulation.

- Mark the rotation direction of the used ribbed belt, if reinstalling later.

Vehicles with an Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Inside the Engine Compartment:

- Disengage the EVAP canister and move it to the side.

Continuation for all Vehicles:

- Rotate the tensioner in the - direction of the arrow - to release the tension on the ribbed belt.






- Secure the tensioner using the locking pin (T10060 A).






- Remove the ribbed belt.

Installing

- Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

• If installing the used belt, look for the rotation direction marked earlier and make sure it is routed correctly over the belt pulleys.

• Route the belt over the Air Conditioning (A/C) compressor last.

After the belt is installed, always perform the following:

- Start the engine and check the belt running.