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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1717781  Size: SH
  1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
  2. Insert a pry bar between the engine and the cradle, and raise the engine slightly until a socket with an extension can be installed onto the drive belt tensioner bolt.

  3. Object Number: 1571145  Size: SH
  4. Remove the drive belt tensioner bolt.
  5. Remove the drive belt tensioner.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1571145  Size: SH
  1. Position the drive belt tensioner.
  2. Insert a pry bar between the engine and the cradle, and raise the engine slightly until the drive belt tensioner bolt can be installed.
  3. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  4. Tighten the drive belt tensioner bolt.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  6. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.