Dakota 4WD V6-3.9L VIN X (1997)
Drive Belt: Service and Repair
NOTE: The drive belt is equipped with a spring loaded automatic belt tensioner. This belt tensioner will be used on all belt configurations, such as with
or without power steering or air conditioning.
REMOVAL
1. Attach a socket/wrench to pulley mounting bolt of automatic tensioner.
2. Rotate tensioner assembly clockwise (as viewed from front) until tension has been relieved from belt.
3. Remove belt from idler pulley first.
4. Remove belt from vehicle.
CAUTION: When installing serpentine accessory drive belt, belt must be routed correctly. If not, engine may overheat due to water pump rotating in
wrong direction. Refer to illustration for correct engine belt routing. The correct belt with correct length must be used.
INSTALLATION
1. Position drive belt over all pulleys except idler pulley. This pulley is located between generator and A/C compressor.
2. Attach a socket/wrench to pulley mounting bolt of automatic tensioner.
3. Rotate socket/wrench clockwise. Place belt over idler pulley. Let tensioner rotate back-into place. Remove wrench. Be sure belt is properly seated
on all pulleys.
4. Check belt indexing marks.