Installing "V" ribbed belt

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NOTE:

Before installing the "V" ribbed belt, make sure that all the assemblies (Generator, air conditioning compressor, power steering pump) are tightly mounted.
When installing the "V" ribbed belt, note the direction of travel and make sure the belt is correctly seated in the belt pulleys.

Fig 1: "V" Ribbed Belt Routing

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Put on "V" ribbed belt.
Remove 8 mm bolt from tensioner.

After work is completed, always:

Start engine and check belt running.