Poly V-belt, removing and installing

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Special tools and equipment

Fig 1: Identifying T20167 Clamp

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T20167 Clamp

Removing

Remove right side sound insulation:

Refer to 50 BODY, FRONT

Remove engine cover.
Mark direction of rotation of poly V-belt.

Fig 2: Relieving Tension On Poly V-Belt

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Turn tensioning device in direction of (arrow) to relieve tension on poly V-belt.

Fig 3: Exploded View Of Poly V-belt Components

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Lock tensioning element using locking pin T20167.
Remove poly V-belt.

Installing

Install in reverse order and note the following:

NOTE:

Ensure, before installing poly V-belt, that all ancillaries (Generator, air conditioning compressor, power steering pump) are secured tightly.
When installing the poly V-belt observe belt direction of rotation and ensure that the belt is seated correctly in the belt pulleys.
On vehicles which do not have an air conditioning system, place the ribbed belt over the Generator pulley last.
For models with an air conditioning, place the poly V-belt over the air conditioning compressor last.

After completing repairs always:

Start engine and check belt running.

Fig 4: Identifying Belt Drive With No Air Conditioning Compressor

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Belt drive with no air conditioning compressor

Fig 5: Identifying Belt Drive With Air Conditioning Compressor

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Belt drive with air conditioning compressor