Range Rover L322 4.4 TDV8 diesel: auxiliary belt & tensioner check
Engine · Range Rover L322 (2002–12) · 2010–2012
How often: every 16,000 mi or year, whichever comes first. On many of these engines the auxiliary belt drives the water pump and alternator; a snapped belt can be pulled into the timing belt cover.
Work safely: support the vehicle on axle stands, never a jack alone; let it cool first. Check figures against your workshop manual. You do this work at your own risk.
Parts
Auxiliary belt (if cracked)
Tools
Torch
Step by step
Check the belt for cracks, missing ribs and glazing.
Check the tensioner holds steady with the engine running and the pulleys run quietly.
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