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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT - ACCESSORY .
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
  3. Remove the engine shield bolts.
  4. Remove the engine shield.
    Fig 1: Removing Engine Shield & Bolts
    G02106572Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install a ratchet into the air conditioning (A/C) belt tensioner adapter opening.
  6. Rotate the A/C belt tensioner clockwise in order to relieve tension on the belt.
  7. Remove the A/C belt from the pulleys.
  8. Slowly release the tension on the A/C belt tensioner.
  9. Remove the ratchet from the A/C belt tensioner.
  10. Clean and inspect the belt surfaces of all the pulleys.
    Fig 2: Rotating A/C Belt Tensioner
    G02106573Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.