Drive Belt Tensioner: Service and Repair

Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement - Air Conditioning

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the air conditioning (A/C) drive belt. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement (w/o LS9) .

2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.

3. Loosen the A/C drive belt tensioner bolt.

4. Remove the A/C drive belt tensioner.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the A/C drive belt tensioner.

Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

2. Tighten the A/C drive belt tensioner bolt.

Tighten the A/C drive belt tensioner bolt to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).

3. Lower the vehicle.

4. Install the A/C drive belt. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement (w/o LS9) .