Water Pump Drive Belt Auto TENSIONER

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the water pump drive belt. (See WATER PUMP DRIVE BELT .)
Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner moves smoothly in the operational direction.
- Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.
Fig 1: Checking Drive Belt Tensioner For Smooth Operation
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Turn the drive belt auto tensioner pulley by hand and verify that it rotates smoothly.
- Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.
Fig 2: Replacing Drive Belt Auto Tensioner
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Install the water pump drive belt.