Removal and Replacement

DRIVE BELTS

Removal and Installation


REMOVAL

1.Remove the splash shield (RH). Component.





2.Securely hold the hexagonal part in pulley center of drive belt auto-tensioner, move in the direction of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner) using Tool.
Tool number: -(J-46535)

WARNING:
Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.

CAUTION:
- Do not loosen the auto-tensioner pulley bolt.
- Do not turn the auto-tensioner pulley bolt counterclockwise.
- If the auto-tensioner pulley bolt is turned counterclockwise for any reason, the auto-tensioner and pulley must be replaced as a unit.
3.Insert a rod approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter through the rear of tensioner into retaining boss to lock tensioner pulley.
- Leave tensioner pulley arm locked until belt is installed again.
4.Remove drive belt.

INSTALLATION

1.Install the drive belt onto all of the pulleys except for the water pump pulley. Install the drive belt onto water pump pulley last.

CAUTION:
Confirm drive belt is completely set on the pulleys.
2.Release drive belt auto-tensioner, and apply tension to drive belt.

WARNING:
Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.

CAUTION:
Ensure the drive belt and each groove on the pulley are free from all engine oil, coolant and other contaminants.
3.Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise several times to equalize tension between each pulley.
4.Confirm tension of drive belt at indicator is within the allowable use range. Procedures.
5.Install the splash shield (RH). Component.