Ribbed Belt, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Fig 1: Belt Routing

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

-- Position the ribbed belt as illustrated.

Vibration damper
Ribbed Belt Tensioning Damper
Generator
Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor

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

-- Release the tensioner.

-- Check whether ribbed belt is routed correctly.

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

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

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