Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Remove the pin-type retainer, 5 bolts and the RH splash shield.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Using the hex feature, rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner clockwise and remove the accessory drive belt from the coolant pump pulley.
- Remove the 2 bolts and the accessory drive belt tensioner.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
The accessory drive belt tensioner must be replaced as a complete unit.
NOTE:
The accessory drive belt tensioner must be replaced as a complete unit.