Ribbed belt, removing and installing
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
CAUTION:
- Before removing ribbed belt, mark direction of rotation. Belt damage will result if not reinstalled in proper direction.
- Check ribbed belt. Refer to Ribbed belt, checking . Always replace ribbed belt if found to be faulty. This will avoid related failures or operating problems.
Special tools and auxiliary items needed
- Bolt - M8 X 50
Removing 2.8L - 2V
NOTE:
Engine cover on USA/CDN 2.8L - 2V is similar to European market 2.3L engine illustrated here.
- Release screw(s) -arrow-.
- Lift engine covers -A- and -B- where applicable from engine.
Removing 2.8L & 3.2L - 4V
- Unclip and lift engine cover -1- from engine.
Continued for all
- Lift vehicle.
- Remove bolts -arrows- and remove center sound insulation.
- Remove nut, release clips -arrows- and remove right sound insulation.
- Mark running direction of ribbed belt if it will be used again.
- Install and tighten M8 X 50 bolt -A- as illustrated until ribbed belt tension is relieved.
CAUTION:
Tighten bolt -A- only as far as necessary to release ribbed belt tension for removal. Over-tightening bolt will result in damage to tensioner.
- Remove ribbed belt.
Installing
CAUTION:
- Note previously marked running direction of ribbed belt when reinstalling.
- Before installing ribbed belt, make sure that all subassemblies (generator, a/c compressor, etc.) are securely mounted and turn freely.
- When installing belt, ensure correct seating in the belt pulleys!
- Install ribbed belt according to routing diagram. Refer to Ribbed belt, routing .
- Remove hex bolt to reapply tension to ribbed belt.
- Start engine and check running of belt.
- Install engine cover.
- Install center and right sound insulation.