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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

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  2. Object Number: 54354  Size: SH
  3. Remove the drive belt tensioner by lifting or rotating the tensioner off of the belt using a 3/8 in breaker bar.
  4. Remove the drive belt.

Installation Procedure

    Important: Ensure that the drive belt is aligned into the proper grooves of the accessory drive pulleys.


    Object Number: 54354  Size: SH
  1. Install the belt under the tensioner pulley by lifting or rotating the drive belt tensioner, using a 3/8 in breaker bar.
  2. Inspect the belt length scale on the drive belt tensioner for the proper installed length. If the belt length scale does not indicate the proper installed length, refer to Accessory Drive Tensioner Diagnosis .
  3. Connect the negative battery cable.