Ribbed belt, removing and installing: Removing

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Loosen generator mounting bolts -1- and -2- at least one turn.
Press down on generator using 3297 lever and remove ribbed belt from generator pulley.
Remove power steering pump V-belt.
See V-BELT TENSION, ADJUSTING .
Remove ribbed belt.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Ribbed Belt (Belt Drive Without Tensioner)