Last Modified: 07-31-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM1000000026Q46
Model Year Start: 2023 Model: GR Corolla Prod Date Range: [09/2022 - 11/2022]
Title: MAINTENANCE: G16E-GTS DRIVE BELT: REMOVAL; 2023 MY GR Corolla [09/2022 - 11/2022]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

HINT:

Use a Toyota genuine belt or an equivalent high strength belt when replacing the belt. If a high strength belt is not used, the durability of the belt may be insufficient. A high strength belt is reinforced with an aramid core and is stronger than other belts with a PET (polyester) or PEN (polyethylene naphthalate) core.

PROCEDURE

1. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER ASSEMBLY

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2. REMOVE REAR ENGINE UNDER COVER RH

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3. REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT

(a) Insert a hexagon wrench (4 mm width across flats) into the securing hole of the ribbed belt tensioner assembly.

HINT:

Make sure to fully insert the hexagon wrench (4 mm width across flats).

(b) Rotate the ribbed belt tensioner assembly counterclockwise to loosen the tension.

(c) Pull the hexagon wrench (4 mm width across flats) as shown in the illustration to secure.

(d) Remove the fan and generator V belt from the V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly.