ML 430 (163.172) V8-4.3L (113.942) (2000)
Drive Belt: Service and Repair
Remove/Install Poly V-belt
Shown On Engine 112
Remove
1
Remove viscous fan (1)
NOTE: Right-hand thread!
2
Remove fan shroud (2).
NOTE: On Model 163 unscrew bolts at bottom of fan shroud.
3
Loosen and remove the poly-V-belt (3)
NOTE: For this step, swivel stud bolt (4) at tensioning pulley (5) in anti-clockwise direction Lock tensioning pulley with drift or pin (5 mm
diameter).
External Torx set: See "Special Tools" given below.
Inspect
4
Inspect belt pulley sections and tensioning device for damage and dirt
5
Inspect the poly-V-belt (3)
Install
6
Mount the poly-V-belt (3), then tighten
NOTE:
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Do not use belt wax or any similar products.
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Start at tensioning pulley in the numbered sequence of the respective running diagram: Running diagram of poly V-belt
7
Install fan shroud (2)
8
Install viscous fan (1)
Special Tools