Have a 2003 Toyota Rav4 and am trying to change the drive belt.
Bought a Haynes Toyota RAV4 1996-2002 Auto Repair Manual
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- they don't have one for 2003+models, but the cover photo shows my model. Anyway, can't tell from the "changing the drive belt" section which nut should be loosened to decrease tension on the belt. Also, don't know which size socket to use. And, when trying to follow the photo in the manual (very difficult to tell what is what), can't fit the 17- inch long 3/8ths breaker bar + socket between the frame and the possible nut.
Does anyone have any experience changing the drive belt in a 03 Rav4? If so, can you help with:
1) Exactly which nut should be loosened to decrease tension on the belt?
2) Do I need to use a special tool to loosen it?
Any other help would be appreciated!
Thanks!