Kia Forte: Drive Belt System / Idler
Components and components location

Repair procedures
1. |
Remove the drive belt.
(Refer to Drive Belt System - "Drive Belt")
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2. |
Remove the idler (A).
Tightening torque :
42.2 - 53.9 N·m (4.3 - 5.5 kgf·m, 31.1 - 39.8 lb·ft)
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3. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Check the idler for grease leak, abnormal rotation and vibration. Replace if
necessary
Components and components location
Components
1. Drive belt
Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery ...
Components and components location
Components
1. Drive
belt tensioner
2. Tensioner
asjustment bolt
Repair procedures
Removal and Install ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Remove the rear wheel and tire (A).
Tightening torque :
107.9 - 127.5 N·m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf·m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb·ft)
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Specifications
Specifications
Items
Specification
Rated voltage
DC 13.5 V
Operating voltage
DC 8.5 - 16.0 V
Operating temperature
-22 to 167 °F (-30 to +75 °C)
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