Riviera V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (1995)
Drive Belt: Service and Repair
Accessory Drive Belt Replacement
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT SERVICE
The supercharged 3800 engine uses two accessory drive belts. The outer belt drives the generator, power steering pump . The inner belt drives the
supercharger, coolant pump and air conditioning compressor. All driven accessories are rigidly mounted to the engine. Drive belt tension is
maintained by the spring loaded belt tensioners. Each belt has its own tensioner.
A belt squeak when the engine is started or stopped is normal and has no effect on belt durability.
The drive belt tensioner can control belt tension over a broad range of belt lengths due to stretching; however, there are limits to the tensioners ability
to compensate. Using the tensioner outside of its operating range can result in poor tension control and/or damage to the tensioner. The belt should be
replaced when this condition occurs.
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Place a jack with a block of wood on it under oil pan to support engine.
Caution: Be sure the wood block extends past the width of the oil pan to avoid damage.
