Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Loosen the air cleaner outlet duct clamps at the following locations:
- The throttle body
- The mass airflow/intake air temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor
- Disconnect the radiator inlet hose clip from the outlet duct.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct.
- Install a breaker bar with hex-head socket to the drive belt tensioner bolt.
- Rotate the drive belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve tension on the belt (1).
- Remove the belt (1) from the pulleys and the drive belt tensioner.
- Slowly release the tension on the drive belt tensioner.
- Remove the breaker bar and socket and from the drive belt tensioner bolt.
- Clean and inspect the belt surfaces of all the pulleys.