Intrepid V6-3.5L VIN K (2003)
Poly-V Belt system may develop minor cracks across the ribbed side (due to reverse bending). These minor cracks are considered normal and
acceptable. Parallel cracks are not (Fig. 7).
NOTE: Do not use any type of belt dressing or restorer on Poly-V Belts.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Use Special Tool 7198, Belt Tension Gauge to obtain proper tension on accessory drive belts.
AIR CONDITIONING BELT
1. Install air conditioning belt over drive pulleys. Tighten the tensioner adjusting bolt (Fig. 6) until the belt is at specified tension using a Belt
Tension Gauge. Tighten tensioner pulley locking nut to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 6).
2. Install generator/power steering drive belt and adjust to specified tension.