3.
Remove the alternator bracket (C).
Loosen the drive belt tension by loosening the adjusting bolt (A).
Remove the alternator upper mounting bolt (B).
Remove the alternator bracket (C).
Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Timing System - "Drive Belt")
Remove the drive belt auto tensioner (A).
The tensioner pulley bolt has left-hand thread.
Check the belt tensioner for excessive foreign substances, crack, damage or sticking of pivot shaft. Replace if necessary.
Install the alternator bracket (C).
Tightening torque :
19.6 ~ 26.5 N.m (2.0 ~ 2.7 kgf.m, 14.5 ~ 19.5 lb-ft)
Install the alternator upper mounting bolt (B) to the alternator temporarily.
Adjust the drive belt tension by tightening the adjusting bolt (A). After adjusting tension, tighten the alternator mounting bolts.
(Refer to Timing System - "Drive Belt")
Install the drive belt auto tensioner (A).
Tightening torque :
42.2 ~ 53.9 N.m (4.3 ~ 5.5 kgf.m, 31.1 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)
The tensioner pulley bolt has left-hand thread.
Install the drive belt.
(Refer to Timing System - "Drive Belt")
