Ribbed Belt For Generator, Removing And Installing, 3.0L Engine

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Locking Pin :T10060A

Removing

Depending on the model, preliminary work may be required. Refer to RIBBED BELT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

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CAUTION:

Risk of destroying a used ribbed belt by reversing the running direction.

- Mark the running direction before removal.

- Pay attention to the running direction when reinstalling.

-- Pivot the tensioner counter-clockwise -arrow- using a wrench to release the tension on the ribbed belt.

-- Lock the tensioner using the :T10060A and remove the ribbed belt.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

-- Install the ribbed belt. Refer to Figure.

-- Pivot the ribbed belt tensioner for the generator using a wrench slightly counter-clockwise -arrow- and remove the :T10060A .

-- To tension the ribbed belt release the tensioner.

-- Check whether the ribbed belt is routed correctly.

-- Start the engine and check the ribbed belt routing.

There are different procedures depending on the model. Refer to RIBBED BELT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .