Drive Belt: Service and Repair

Drive Belt Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Important: The drive belt tensioner is a hydraulic tensioner with high initial torque. Release slowly to ensure proper operation.

Using an open end wrench, rotate the drive belt tensioner counter clockwise to release the spring tension.
2. Remove the drive belt from around the tensioner.
3. Remove the right front fender liner.
4. Remove the engine splash shield.
5. Remove the drive belt from around all the other pulleys.
6. Remove the drive belt from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the drive belt to the vehicle.
2. Install the drive belt around all the pulleys, except for the tensioner.
3. Install the engine splash shield.
4. Install the right front fender liner.
5. Using an open end wrench, rotate the drive belt tensioner counter clockwise to release the spring tension.
6. Install the drive belt around the tensioner.