Ribbed Belt, Removing And Installing: Removing

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NOTE:

Mark direction of rotation of ribbed belt using chalk or felt-tip marker before removing. Running a used belt in the opposite direction could destroy it.

Ignore -arrow-.

-- Disconnect the connectors -2 and 3-.

-- Remove the bracket -1- and move it to the side along with the wiring harness.

Fig 1: Identifying Bracket & Connectors

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-- Pivot the tensioner in the direction of the -arrow- using a lever with a TORX^® 60 socket to release the tension from the ribbed belt.

-- Remove the ribbed belt from the tensioning roller.

Fig 2: Rotate The Belt Tensioner In The -Direction Of The Arrow

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