Accessory Drive Belt: Removal

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NOTE: Under no circumstances should the accessory drive belt, tensioner or pulleys be lubricated as potential damage to the belt material and tensioner damping mechanism will occur. Do not apply any fluids or belt dressing to the accessory drive belt or pulleys.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Remove the retainers and remove the RH front underbody splash shield.

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Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counter clockwise and remove the accessory drive belt.

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