Drive Belt: Service and Repair

Auxiliaries Belt/Belt Tensioner, Replacing

NOTE: The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removal

Removing The Auxiliaries Belt

Remove:







- the plastic cover on the belt tensioner using a small screwdriver. Use a wrench and turn clockwise as far as possible to relieve the load on the belt
- the belt.

Replacing The Belt Tensioner

Remove:







- both mounting screws from the auxiliaries belt bracket for the belt tensioner
- the belt tensioner. Install the new belt tensioner. Tighten.

Installation

Installing The Auxiliaries Belt







CAUTION: Ensure that the belt is correctly seated in all the grooves on each pulley.

Use a wrench and turn the belt tensioner clockwise as far as possible.

Install the belt as shown in figure.

Install the plastic cover on the belt tensioner.

Checking Work
Start the engine.

Check the rotation of the belt and the function of the belt tensioner.