Belt, Serpentine: Installation: 3.6L

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Fig 1: Belt Tensioner, Accessory Drive Belt & Belt Routing

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Check the condition of all the pulleys.
CAUTION:
When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt MUST be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water pump rotating in the wrong direction.
Route the serpentine belt around all the pulleys except the idler pulley (2). Rotate the belt tensioner (8) until it contacts its stop position. Route the serpentine belt (7) around the idler (2) and slowly let the tensioner (8). Make sure the belt (7) is properly seated onto all pulleys.

Fig 2: Measurement A
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With the serpentine belt installed, inspect the belt wear indicator. The gap between the tang and the housing stop (measurement A) must not exceed 24 mm (.94 inches).
Install the wheel house splash shield. Refer to SHIELD, SPLASH, FRONT WHEELHOUSE, INSTALLATION .
Install the tire and wheel assembly.
Remove support and lower the vehicle.
Connect the negative battery cable.