Adjustment
- Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
- Loosen the tensioner pulley bolt and adjust the belt tension as necessary.
- Tighten the tensioner pulley bolt to 36 ft. lbs. (50 Nm).
Drive Belt Routings
Fig. Accessory serpentine belt routing-3.5L engine
Fig. Drive belt routing-3.5L engine
Inspection
Inspect the drive belt for signs of glazing or cracking. A glazed belt will be perfectly smooth from slippage, while a good belt will have a slight texture of fabric visible. Cracks will usually start at the inner edge of the belt and run outward. All worn or damaged drive belts should be replaced immediately.
Removal & Installation
A/C Compressor Belt
- Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
- Loosen the tensioner pulley and adjust to relieve tension on the belt.
- Remove the belt.
To install:
- Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten the tensioner pulley bolt to 36 ft. lbs. (50 Nm).
- Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
- Remove the power steering and A/C belts.
- Loosen the tensioner pulley and adjust to relieve tension on the belt.
- Remove the belt.
To install:
- Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten the tensioner pulley bolts to 36 ft. lbs. (50 Nm).
- Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
- Loosen the tensioner pulley and adjust to relieve tension on the belt.
- Remove the belt.
To install:
- Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten the tensioner pulley bolt to 36 ft. lbs. (50 Nm).
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