2004 Cadillac CTS | Base | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
FAQ for Drive Belt Repair
Q: What is the proper way to install the drive belt?
A:
The proper way is to rotate the drive belt tensioner clockwise, route the drive belt over the top of the water pump, and then release the drive belt tensioner and inspect the drive belt for proper seating in the accessory drive pulleys.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the removal procedure for the drive belt?
A:
The procedure is to rotate the drive belt tensioner clockwise, slide the drive belt, allow the drive belt tensioner to return to the relaxed position, and then remove the drive belt from the accessory drive pulleys.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What is the proper way to install the timing belt idler pulley?
A:
The proper way is to install the Timing Belt Idler Pulley, install the timing belt idler pulley bolt, tighten the timing belt idler pulley bolt until snug, and then install the timing belt.
Q: What is the removal procedure for the timing belt tensioner?
A:
The procedure is to remove the timing belt, remove the Timing Belt Tensioner bracket bolts, and then remove the timing belt tensioner bracket with the tensioner and idler pulleys attached.
Q: How to remove the drive belt tensioner?
A:
The procedure is to remove the drive belt, loosen the drive Belt Tensioner bolts, remove the upper drive belt tensioner bolt, and then remove the drive belt tensioner and lower bolt from the engine.