Ford Escape: Accessory Drive - 1.5L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) – I3 (Y1) / Removal and Installation - Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner
Removal
NOTICE:
Under no circumstances should the accessory drive belt,
tensioner or pulleys be lubricated as potential damage to the belt
material and tensioner damping mechanism will occur. Do not apply any
fluids or belt dressing to the accessory drive belt or pulleys.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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Remove the accessory drive belt.
Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt - Vehicles Built Up To: 1-October-2020
(303-05A Accessory Drive - 1.5L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) – I3 (Y1),
Removal and Installation).
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WARNING:
The tensioner is under spring tension. Be careful
when handling the tensioner. Failure to follow this instruction may
result in personal injury.
NOTE:
The accessory drive belt tensioner must be replaced as a complete unit.
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Loosen the bolt and remove the accessory drive belt tensioner.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (47.5 Nm)
Installation
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NOTE:
Safety shield must be re-installed, to protect hands in the case of an un-expected start.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt - Vehicles Built Up To: 1-October-2020
(303-05A Accessory Drive - 1.5L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) – I3 (Y1),
Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
WARNING: Extended idling at high
engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire or other
damage.
WARNING: Do not park, idle or
drive your vehicle on dry grass or other
dry ground cover. The emission system
heats up the engine compartment and
exhaust system, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed..
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the front wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
Remove the push pins and position aside the front wheel arch liner.
Remove the front active parking aid sensor.
Disconnect the front active park assist sensor electrica..