Drive Belt: Removal

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Tundra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. 5VZ-FE engine: Remove drive belt.
    1. Remove the engine under cover.
    2. Loosen the idle pulley lock nut.
      Fig 1: Locating Idle Pulley Lock Nut & Adjusting Bolt For Removal Of Drive Belt
      G01090969Courtesy of Β© TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Loosen the drive belt tension by adjusting bolt and remove the drive belt.
  2. 2UZ-FE engine: Remove drive belt.
    1. Loosen the drive belt tension by turning the drive belt tensioner counterclockwise, and remove the drive belt.
      Fig 2: Loosening Drive Belt Tensioner For Removal Of Drive Belt
      G01090970Courtesy of Β© TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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