Drive Belt Replacement (Accessory)

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.





2. Use a wrench and rotate the belt tensioner clockwise.
3. With pressure applied to the wrench, and tension relieved from the drive belt, remove the accessory drive belt.
4. Inspect the belt for cuts, cracks, wear, deformation or other abnormalities. Replace as necessary.

Installation Procedure
1. Properly route and install the accessory drive belt onto the drive pulleys.





2. Use a wrench and rotate the belt tensioner clockwise.
3. With pressure applied to the wrench, install the accessory drive belt.
4. With the accessory drive belt installed properly, release the belt tensioner.





5. Inspect for the following conditions:
^ That the belt is properly installed on all pulleys.
^ When a new belt is correctly installed, the hash mark (3) will be within the indicated range (2) on the tensioner.
^ If the tension indicator mark (4) is to the left of the hash mark (3), the belt must be replaced.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

6. Connect the negative battery cable.
^ Tighten the battery cable bolt to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).