Precaution [12/2013 - 11/2016]

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Toyota Highlander, 2015 Toyota Highlander, and 2014 Toyota Highlander. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: If Oil Or Grease Is On The Location Indicated By The Arrow, Replace The Belt Tensioner

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NOTE:

Do not apply or add any oil or grease to the belt tensioner to prevent abnormal noises from the belt tensioner pulley, belt squealing, etc.

Do not allow oil or grease to adhere to the moving parts of the belt tensioner, as this may cause malfunctions.

If oil or grease is on the location indicated by the arrow, replace the belt tensioner.