Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2005FORESTER X, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEPROCEDURESGENERAL INFORMATIONPERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICESV-BELTREPLACEMENTREAR SIDE BELT (DRIVING AIR CONDITIONER)
2005 Subaru Forester X, Standard
Rear Side Belt (Driving Air Conditioner)
2005 Subaru Forester X, StandardSECTION Rear Side Belt (Driving Air Conditioner)
NOTE:
Wipe off any oil or water on the belt and pulley.
- Remove the front side belt.
- Loosen the lock nut (A).
- Loosen the slider bolt (B).
- Remove the rear side belt.
- Install a new belt, and tighten the slider bolt so as to obtain the specified belt tension.
- Tighten the lock nut (A).
- Install the front side belt. < Ref. to
FRONT SIDE BELT
, Installation, V-belt.>
Tightening torque:
- 23 N.m (2.3 kgf-m, 17.0 ft-lb)
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.