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.

1. Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
   

1. 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).
   

1.   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.

   1. Loosen the bolt and remove the accessory drive belt tensioner.
      Torque: 35 lb.ft (47.5 Nm)

Installation

1. NOTE: Safety shield must be re-installed, to protect hands in the case of an un-expected start.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.