Drive Belt Auto TENSIONER Inspection

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Remove the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the front wheel and tire (RH). (See GENERAL PROCEDURES (SUSPENSION) .)
Remove the splash shield (RH).
Remove the generator and A/C drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner moves smoothly in the operational direction.
- Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Drive Belt Auto Tensioner Operational Direction
Tightening torque
- 9-12 N.m {92-122 kgf.cm, 80-106 in.lbf}
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: Turning Drive Belt Auto Tensioner Pulley
Tightening torque
- 9-12 N.m {92-122 kgf.cm, 80-106 in.lbf}
Install in the reverse order of removal.