Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner: 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.
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NOTE: Do not pull the engine appearance cover forward or sideways to remove. Failure to press straight upward on the underside of the cover at the attachment points may result in damage to the cover or engine components.
- Place your hand under the engine appearance cover at each grommet location and push straight up to release each grommet from the studs.
- After all of the grommets have been released from the studs, remove the appearance cover from the engine.
- Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counter clockwise and position aside the belt.
- Remove the bolts and the accessory drive belt tensioner.
Torque
: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)