Drive Belt Repair Procedures

Removal and Installation

1. 1
   Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the battery.
2. 2
   Remove the engine cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Cover")
3. 3
   Remove the engine room cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Cover")
4. 4
   Turn the tensioner (B) clockwise to loosen it, then remove the drive belt (A).

   

   

   When installing the drive belt, follow the sequence below: crankshaft pulley > A/C compressor pulley > idler pulley > generator pulley > water pump pulley > drive belt auto tensioner pulley. Turn the automatic tensioner arm by turning the boss of the automatic tensioner arm (B) counterclockwise with a wrench.

5. 5
   To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Inspection

Inspect the drive belt. Visually check the belt for excessive wear, frayed cords, etc. If any defect is found, replace the drive belt.

Cracks on the belt ribs are acceptable. If pieces of rib are missing from the belt, it must be replaced.

Drive Belt, Tensioner, Belt Tensioner Pulley

1. 1
   Check the tensioner pulley for excessive oil leakage, abnormal rotation, or vibration. Replace the tensioner if necessary.
2. 2
   Check the belt tensioner for excessive dust, cracks, and damage, and inspect it. Replace if necessary.
3. 3
   Check the belt replacement interval, and if necessary inspect the belt for abnormal wear on the V-section and uneven wear.
4. 4
   Check the crankshaft pulley and accessory pulleys for vibration during rotation, and the V-section for foreign material or contact irregularities. Replace components if necessary.