Ribbed Belt, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Fig 1: Identifying Ribbed Belt Components With An Additional Idler Pulley

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Mount the ribbed belt over the pulley.

Generator
Right idler roller
Idler roller at the generator mount
Coolant pump
Left idler roller
Power steering pump
A/C compressor
Ribbed belt tensioner
Vibration damper

NOTE:

When installing the ribbed belt, make sure it is seated correctly on the pulleys.

-- Start the engine and check the belt routing.