Honda Accord: Drive Belt Auto-tensioner
Removal/Installation
1. Remove the drive belt (see page 4-30).
2. Remove the power steering (P/S) fluid reservoir from the holder.
3. Remove the P/S pump (A) without disconnecting the P/S hoses, then remove the P/S hose bracket (B).
4. Remove the auto-tensioner.
5. Install the auto-tensioner in the reverse order of removal.
Drive Belt Auto-tensioner
Inspection
Special Tools Required
Belt Tension Release Tool Snap-on YA9317 or
equivalent, commercially available
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and make sure to
turn the A/C switch OFF. Turn the ign ...
Tensioner Pulley
Replacement
1. Remove the auto-tensioner (see page 4-31).
2. Clamp the auto-tensioner (A) by using two 8 mm bolts
(B) and a vise (C) as shown. Do not clamp the
auto-tensioner itself, then remove the tensione ...
See also:
Safety Labels
Label Locations
These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards
that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes h ...
System Evacuation
• Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant v a p o r c an
irritate your eyes, nose, or throat.
•Be careful when connecting service
equipment.
• Do not breathe refrigerant or v ...
VTC Actuator, Exhaust Camshaft
Sprocket Replacement
Removal
1. Remove the cam chain (see page 6-62).
2. Hold the camshaft with an open-end wrench, then
loosen the variable valve timing control (VTC)
actuator mounting bolt and the exhaust camshaft ...