Honda Accord: Drive Belt Auto-tensioner
Removal/Installation
Eighth generation (2008–2012) / Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service Manual / Engine Electrical / Charging System / 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:
Accessory Power Sockets
Your vehicle has two accessory
power sockets; one is at the front of
the center console and the other is in
the console compartment.
To use an accessory power socket,
the ignition switch mu ...
Special Tools
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