<< B >> Drive Belt Removal
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Since the serpentine drive system with the auto-tensioner is used, the following operations will be required.
CAUTION:
To reuse the drive belt, draw an arrow indicating the rotating direction on the back of the belt using chalk to install the same direction.
WARNING:
Always work from above when releasing the tension of the auto-tensioner. When you try to gain access from underneath the vehicle, you will experience difficulty, thus causing the tool to be dropped off.
CAUTION:
To work at the optimum angle, you must choose a most suitable box-type wrench is applied to the special tool.
WARNING:
Be sure to set the box-type wrench and the special tool MB992278 to the hexagonal parts securely to prevent the tool from falling off because the tension of the auto-tensioner is high.
- Install special tool MB992278 and a box-type wrench at the optimum angle.
- Rotate the pulley bolt of the auto-tensioner counterclockwise.
- Insert the L-shaped hexagon wrench into the auto-tensioner hole to fix the auto-tensioner.
- Remove the drive belt.
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.