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Front Drive Belt Auto Tensioner

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  1. Remove the front drive belt. (See FRONT DRIVE BELT .)
  2. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner moves smoothly in the operational direction.
    • Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.
    Fig 1: Turning Front Drive Belt Auto Tensioner
    G03699715Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Turn the drive belt auto tensioner pulley by hand and verify that it rotates smoothly.
    • Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.
  4. Install the drive belt.

    Tightening torque 

    1. 20-30 N.m {2.1-3.0 kgf.m,15-22 ft.lbf} 
    Fig 2: Identifying Auto Tensioner Pulley
    G03699716Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.