Drive Belt Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Acura MDX, 2008 Acura MDX, and 2007 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tools Required

Belt tension release tool Snap-on YA9317 or equivalent, commercially available

Move the auto-tensioner (A) using the belt tension release tool to relieve tension from the drive belt (B), then remove the drive belt.

Fig 1: Identifying Auto-Tensioner With Belt Tension Release Tool
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the new belt in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: For belt routing, see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX & DRIVE BELT ROUTING .