Fan & Generator V Belt: Replacement

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Replacement
  1. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER RHΒ 
  2. REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V BELTΒ 
    1. Turn the V-ribbed belt tensioner slowly clockwise and loosen it. Then, remove the fan and generator V belt and put back the V-ribbed belt tensioner little by little and fix it quietly.
    Fig 1: Turning Drive Belt Tensioner Clockwise To Remove Belt
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