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9.5 CHANGING THE BELT
WARNING!
To prevent accidental starting. The engine must be turned off
and cool. The spark plug wire must be removed and secured
from spark plug before checking and adjusting engine or
equipment.
1. Turn off engine and allow it to cool.
2. Remove spark plug wire and secure it away from the spark plug.
3. Remove the belt cover by using a wrench to loosen the 4 bolts.
4. Slide the belt free of the engine pulley.
5. Pull the belt down and away from the transmission pulley.
6. Install new belt:
a. Place the belt around the transmission pulley in groove.
Engine Pulley
0.70-0.80mm
(0.028-0.032in)
Spark Plug Wire
Belt Idler
Transmission Pulley
Engine Pulley
0.70-0.80mm
(0.028-0.032in)
Spark Plug Wire
Belt Idler
Transmission Pulley