Attention: This will erase data from the electronic memory blocks, such as radio codes. See instructions in chapter «electrical equipment».
Mark the position of the right front wheel relative to the hub, so that you can then install the wheel in the same position. With the vehicle on the ground, loosen the wheel bolts. Support the vehicle at the front and remove the right front wheel.
Put on the V-ribbed belt, while loosening the belt tensioner by turning the middle bolt to the right.
If it is, remove the bottom cover (casing) engine compartment.
Belt passing
Vehicles without power steering or air conditioning
1. Idler pulley.
Vehicles with power steering or air conditioning
Vehicles with power steering and air conditioning
1. Tension wheel.
Removing
Turn the middle bolt (arrow) tension wheel with a spanner wrench 15 mm to the left in the opposite direction of the arrow, while loosening the V-ribbed belt. Remove belt.
Installation
Put on the V-ribbed belt, while loosening the belt tensioner by turning its central bolt to the left.
Caution: A compressed belt tensioner spring will ensure that the belt tension is correct after a few engine revolutions.