Auxiliaries belt/belt tensioner, replacing

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Removing the auxiliaries belt

Fig 1: Identifying Auxiliaries Belt And Pulleys

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Use a wrench and turn clockwise as far as possible to relieve the load on the belt
Remove the belt.

Replacing the belt tensioner

Fig 2: Belt Tensioner Mounting Screws

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Remove both the screws for the belt tensioner mounting from the auxiliaries belt bracket
Remove the tensioner
Install the new belt tensioner.
Tighten to 25 Nm .

Installing the auxiliaries belt

Fig 3: Identifying Auxiliaries Belt And Pulleys

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Use a wrench and turn the belt tensioner clockwise as far as possible.

Install the belt in the following order:

Crankshaft
Generator (GEN)
A/C compressor. Idler pulley
Power steering pump
Belt tensioner.

Wipe clean.

Finishing

Carry out a function test:

Start the engine.

Check the rotation of the belt and the function of the belt tensioner.

Wipe the steering wheel and gear selector lever clean.