Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan and 2011 Ford Fusion. 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 & LIFTING article.
Remove the 4 screws and position the RH fender splash shield aside.

Fig 1: Locating RH Fender Splash Shield Mounting Screws
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the 6 pin-type retainers and the RH splash shield.
Using the hex feature, rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner clockwise and remove the accessory drive belt from the coolant pump pulley.

Fig 2: Rotating Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Clockwise Using Hex Feature
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The accessory drive belt tensioner must be replaced as a complete unit.

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.