Removal and Installation: Removal
- Remove the splash shield (RH). Refer to "COMPONENT ".
- Securely hold 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)
WARNING: Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.CAUTION: 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.
- Leave tensioner pulley arm locked until belt is installed again.
- Remove drive belt.