Ribbed belt, removing and installing: Removing

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Fig 1: Removing Cover In Engine Compartment (Left Side)

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Remove cover -1- in engine compartment (left side).

Fig 2: Removing Cover In Engine Compartment (Right Side)

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Remove cover -1- in engine compartment (right side).

Fig 3: Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Regulator Valve N80 And Air Duct

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Remove bolts (arrows).
Detach Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge regulator valve -N80- -1- at air guide.
Remove air guide -2-.

Fig 4: Removing Front Engine Cover

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Remove front engine cover (arrows).

NOTE: Before removing ribbed belt, mark direction of rotation with chalk or felt-tip marker. Reversing the direction of rotation of a run-in belt can destroy the belt.

Fig 5: Swinging Ribbed Belt Tensioner To Release Tension On Ribbed Belt Using 3299 Ribbed Belt Installation Tool And 3299/1 Claw For Tensioner

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Swing ribbed belt tensioner in direction of arrow to release tension on ribbed belt using 3299 ribbed belt installation tool and 3299/1 claw for tensioner.
Remove ribbed belt from pulley of power steering pump.