Range Rover (LH) V8-3.5L (1987)
Drive Belt: Service and Repair
Water Pump
WARNING: Disconnect the battery negative terminal to prevent the engine being started before removing or adjusting drive belts.
REMOVE
Water Pump Drive Belt
1. Loosen the idler pulley pivot bolt.
2. Pivot the idler pulley inwards.
3. Lift off the fan belt.
REFIT
1. Locate the fan belt on the pulleys.
2. Adjust the fan belt using the idler pulley to give 4-6 mm (0.19-0.25 in.) free movement when checked midway between the fan and crankshaft
pulleys by hand.
3. Tighten the idler pulley pivot bolt and check the adjustment.
NOTE: Re-check the belt adjustment after approximately 1500 km (1,000 miles) running when a new belt has been fitted.