Kia Sorento: Drive Belt Tensioner Repair procedures

Removal and Installation

Drive Belt Tensioner

1.	Remove the drive belt. (Refer to Drive Belt System - "Drive Belt")

Remove the drive belt tensioner (A).

Tightening torque :

53.9 - 63.7 N·m (5.5 - 6.5 kgf·m , 39.7 - 47.0 lb·ft)

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3.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tensioner bracket

1.	Remove the drive belt tensioner.

2.	Remove the alternator. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Alternator")

Remove the tensioner bracket (A).

Tightening torque :

39.2 - 44.1 N·m (4.0 - 4.5 kgf·m , 28.9 - 32.5 lb·ft)

Engine Mechanical System — Drive Belt System / Drive Belt Tensioner / Repair procedures / Removal and Installation illustration

4.	Install in the reverse order of removal.

Inspection

1.	Check the belt tensioner for excessive dust, crack, and damage. Replace if necessary

2.	Check for vibration during rotation, foreign matter adhered to v-groove on pulley, eccentric contact of v-groove and replace parts if necessary.

Removal 1. Remove the engine room under cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover") ...

Removal and Installation 1. Remove the engine room under cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under ...

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