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Ribbed Belt Tensioner, Removing and Installing


Ribbed belt tensioner, removing and installing
Special tools and equipment





^ 3090 Connecting rod support

Removing ribbed belt
- Mark direction of rotation of ribbed belt.





- To loosen ribbed belt turn tensioning element in direction of arrow.





- Lock tensioning device with 3090 Connecting rod support.
- Remove or install ribbed belt.

Note: When installing ribbed belts ensure the belt seats correctly in the belt pulley.

- Remove insulation tray.
Remove or install ribbed belt.
- Start engine and check belt running.

Ribbed belt routing





Belt drive without air conditioning compressor





Belt drive with air conditioning compressor

Note: Engines with an air conditioning compressor are equipped with a double ribbed belt.