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Drive Belt Replacement

Special Tools Required 

Belt Tension Release Tool Snap-on YA9317, commercially available

  1. Move the auto-tensioner (A) using the belt tension release tool (YA9317) in the direction of the arrow to relieve tension from the drive belt (B), then remove the drive belt.
    Fig 1: Moving Auto-Tensioner Using Belt Tension Release Tool (YA9317) In Direction Of Arrow
    G08051981Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Install the new belt in the reverse order of removal.