Nubira SX Hatchback L4-2.0L DOHC D-TEC MFI (1999)
Drive Belt: Service and Repair
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the splash shield from the right front wheel well to gain access to the tensioner.
2. Use a wrench to turn the tensioner bolt clockwise, compressing the tensioner, and releasing the tension on the serpentine accessory drive belt.
3. Have an assistant remove the serpentine accessory drive belt.
Installation Procedure
1. Use a wrench to turn the tensioner bolt clockwise, compressing the tensioner, and releasing the tension on the serpentine accessory drive belt.
2. With the wrench in place on the tensioner bolt, have an assistant loop the serpentine accessory drive belt loosely over the pulleys.
3. Slip the serpentine accessory drive belt over the tensioner.
4. Remove the wrench from the tensioner bolt and the belt will tighten itself.
