Removal & Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute and 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the right front wheel and tire.
Remove the bolts and the right front lower splash shield.

Fig 1: Removing Right Front Lower Splash Shield
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Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner clockwise and remove the accessory drive belt.

Fig 2: Rotating Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Clockwise
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.