Saab 2001 9-5 2.3 Turbo Ecopower, Owner'S Manual

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202 Car care and technical information
Drive belts
The alternator is situated on the right-hand
side of the engine, adjacent to the bulkhead.
It is driven via a Poly-V-belt from the crank-
shaft pulley.
The Poly-V-belt also drives the water pump,
the A/C compressor and the steering servo
pump.
The belt tension is critical and is adjusted
automatically by the belt tensioner.
See also page 49, ”Warning, charging”.
WARNING
• Keep hands and clothing well clear of
drive belts when engine is running.
• Always stop engine before inspecting
drive belts.
• The fan can start even when the
engine is switched off.
NOTE
Serious damage can be done to the car’s
electrical system if an alternator lead is
disconnected while the engine is running.
IB542
Routing of the Poly-V-belt:
4-cylinder engine
IB543
Routing of the Poly-V-belt:
3.0t V6