Ribbed Belt

Ribbed Belt

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Connecting Pin (T10027)

Removing

- Remove the engine cover.

- Remove the noise insulation.

- Mark the running direction of the ribbed belt before removing.

- Install a box end wrench - 1 - onto the belt tensioner bolt and rotate in the - direction of the arrow - far enough until the connecting pin (T10027) can be inserted into the tensioner.






- Remove the ribbed belt.

Installing

• Before installing the ribbed belt, make sure that all ancillaries (generator and Air Conditioning (A/C) compressor) are secured tightly.

• Check the idler pulleys for ease of movement

• The ribbed belt must not be kinked.

• Note the previously marked belt rotation direction and be sure that it is seated correctly on the pulleys.

- Install the ribbed belt as illustrated.

- Then, rotate the tensioner slightly in the - direction of the arrow - using a box end wrench - 1 -. This releases the tension on the connecting pin (T10027) in the tensioner and it can be pulled out.






After installing the ribbed belt, start the engine and make sure the ribbed belt is running correctly.