Drive Belt Tensioner: Service and Repair

Auxiliaries belt / belt tensioner, replacing

Note! As 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.

Removing the auxiliaries belt




- Use a wrench and turn clockwise as far as possible to relieve the load on the belt
- Remove the belt.

Replacing the belt tensioner




- Remove both the screws for the belt tensioner mounting from the auxiliaries belt bracket
- Remove the tensioner
- Install the new belt tensioner.
Tighten to 25 Nm.

Installing the auxiliaries belt




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

Install the belt in the following order:
- 1. Crankshaft
- 2. Generator (GEN)
- 3. A/C compressor. Idler pulley
- 4. Power steering pump
- 5. Belt tensioner.
Wipe clean.

Finishing
Carry out a function test:
Start the engine.
Check the rotation of the belt and the function of the belt tensioner.
Wipe the steering wheel and gear selector lever clean.