Removal and Installation of Drive Belt Auto-tensioner: Installation
- Install drive belt auto-tensioner.
- While securely holding the hexagonal part in pulley center of drive belt auto-tensioner, move in the direction of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner) using Tool.
- Tool number: - (J-46535)
CAUTION:- Avoid placing hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.
- Do not loosen the auto-tensioner pulley bolt. (Do not turn it counterclockwise.) If turned counterclockwise, the complete auto-tensioner must be replaced as a unit, including pulley.
- Insert a rod approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter through the rear of tensioner into retaining boss to lock tensioner pulley.NOTE: Leave tensioner pulley arm locked until belt is installed.CAUTION:
- Install the drive belt auto-tensioner carefully so not to damage the water pump pulley.
- If there is damage greater than peeled paint, replace the drive belt auto- tensioner.
- Do not swap the pulley between the new and old auto-tensioner unit.
- Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.