Power Steering Pump Drive Belt
- Disconnect the battery negative lead.
- Check belt tension midway between crankshaft and pump pulley. There should be movement of 4-6 mm. See Fig 1 . If movement is not as specified, go to next step.
- Loosen 2 nuts at side of pump. See Fig 1 .
- Loosen bolt securing lower bracket to slotted adjustment link. See Fig 1 .
- Pivot pump until correct belt tension is obtained. See Fig 1 .
- Hold tension and tighten pump adjusting bolt and 2 nuts.
- Reconnect battery negative lead.
- Recheck belt tension after running engine. Run engine for 3-5 minutes, if new belt fitted.
CAUTION:
Do not lever against pump casing. Damage to pump casing may cause fluid leaks.
NOTE:
Check A.C. generator drive belt tension after adjusting power steering pump belt. See SPECIFICATIONS & DRIVE BELT ROUTING - 3.9L & 4.2L
article in ENGINE COOLING.