Escape 2WD L4-2.5L (2009)
Idler Pulley: Service and Repair
Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley
Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley
Removal and Installation
All idler pulleys
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the pin-type retainer, 5 bolts and the RH splash shield.
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To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
3. Using the hex feature, rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner clockwise and remove the accessory drive belt from the coolant pump pulley.
Smooth idler pulley
4. Loosen the bolt and remove the smooth accessory drive belt idler pulley.
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To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Grooved idler pulley
5. Remove the 2 bolts and the grooved accessory drive belt idler pulley and bracket.
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To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.