Drive Belt: Service and Repair

Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump or idler pulley if not equipped with power steering.

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.

Fig. 22 Power Steering Pump Rear Mounting Bolts:

Fig. 23 Idler Pulley Rear Mounting Bolts:

2. Loosen power steering or idler pulley rear mounting bolts, Fig.22 and Fig.23.
3. Loosen power steering pump pivot bolt and locknut.

Fig. 24 Power Steering Pump Front Mounting Bolts:

Fig. 25 Idler Pulley Front Mounting Bolts:

4. Loosen adjusting bolt to remove belt, Fig.24 and Fig.25.
5. Tighten to adjust belt tension. Refer to Belt Tension Data.
6. Connect battery ground cable.