Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using J 39914 rotate the drive belt tensioner (8) to release the tension on the drive belt.
- Remove the drive belt from the right idler pulley (2).
- Carefully release J 39914 to relieve the drive belt tensioner spring tension.
- Remove J 39914 from the drive belt tensioner (8).
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the right front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .
- Loosen the lower belt idler pulley bolt.
- Remove the lower belt idler pulley and bolt from the engine front cover.