Removal And Installation: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Infiniti QX60. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the front wheel and tire (RH) using a power tool. Refer to ADJUSTMENT .
- Remove the fender protector side cover (RH). Refer to EXPLODED VIEW .
- While securely holding the hexagonal part in pulley center of drive belt auto-tensioner, move in the direction of arrow (loosening direction of drive belt auto-tensioner) using suitable tool.WARNING:
Avoid placing hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.
CAUTION:Do not loosen the drive belt auto-tensioner pulley bolt. (Do not turn it counterclockwise. If turned counterclockwise, the complete drive belt auto-tensioner must be replaced as a unit, including pulley.)
- Insert a rod approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter through the rear of drive belt auto-tensioner into retaining boss to lock drive belt auto-tensioner pulley.NOTE:
Leave drive belt auto-tensioner pulley arm locked until belt is installed.
- Remove drive belt from crankshaft pulley and then remove it from the other pulleys.