Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L (2008)
Drive Belt: Removal and Replacement
Accessory Drive Belt - Removal
REMOVAL - 3.7L/4.7L
CAUTION: Do not let tensioner arm snap back to the freearm position, severe damage may occur to the tensioner.
Belt tension is not adjustable. Belt adjustment is maintained by an accessory drive belt tensioner.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
2. Rotate belt tensioner (6) until it contacts the stop. Remove belt (2), then slowly rotate the tensioner (6) into the freearm position.
Accessory Drive Belt - Installation
INSTALLATION - 3.7L/4.7L
1. Check condition of all pulleys.
CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt MUST be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due
to the water pump rotating in the wrong direction.
