Coolant Pump Belt: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the pin-type retainer, 5 bolts and the RH lower splash shield.
Position the Stretchy Belt Remover under the coolant pump belt as shown in illustration.

Fig 1: Positioning Stretchy Belt Remover
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Feed the Stretchy Belt Remover on to the camshaft coolant pump pulley approximately 90 degrees.

Fig 2: Identifying Stretchy Belt Remover (303-1419)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

With the help of an assistant, turn the crankshaft clockwise and feed the Stretchy Belt Remover evenly on the camshaft coolant pump pulley as shown in illustration.
Remove the coolant pump belt.
- Fold the Stretchy Belt Remover over the top of the coolant pump belt.
- In one quick motion, pull the Stretchy Belt Remover up and toward the RH front of the vehicle removing the coolant pump belt.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Coolant Pump Belt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.