Installation Procedure
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- Position the belt on the rear of the crankshaft pulley. Ensure the belt is properly seated around the crankshaft pulley.
- Install the belt installer (1) onto the A/C compressor.
- Position the belt (2) onto the installer as shown.
- Rotate the belt installer (1) counterclockwise to load tension on the belt (2).
- Slowly rotate the crankshaft pulley in a counterclockwise direction while using finger pressure to ensure the belt remains on the crankshaft pulley and does not walk off.
- Ensure the ribbed area of the belt remains facing rearward and the belt aligns properly to the A/C pulley.
- Remove the belt installer.
- Rotate the balancer an additional 360 degrees to ensure proper belt installation.
- Inspect the belt for proper installation.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory (LSA) Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory (LS7) .
- Install the supercharger drive belt. Refer to Supercharger Belt Replacement .
NOTE:
Before rotating the crankshaft pulley ensure the top of the belt is tight and all the slack in the belt is at the bottom.