Ribbed Belt, Removing And Installing: Installing

Fig 1: Belt Routing

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Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

-- When a used ribbed belt is being installed, pay attention to the running direction.

-- Position the ribbed belt as shown. 

1. Vibration Damper
2. Ribbed Belt Tensioner
3. Generator
4. A/C Compressor

-- Turn the tensioner in the direction of the -arrow- and remove the : T10060A  .

Fig 2: Ribbed Belt For Vehicles With Electro-Mechanical Power Steering

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-- Release the tension on the tensioner.

-- Check whether the ribbed belt is routed correctly.

-- Start the engine and check whether the ribbed belt runs correctly.