1997 Jeep TJ I am in need of a Schematic for the Serpentine

1997 JEEP WRANGLER TJ
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CONVICT27
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Engine Cooling problem
1997 Jeep TJ 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Manual

I have a RHD Export 1997 Jeep Wrangler sport. I had to replace my water pump and forgot to note the routing of the serpentine belt. It is different than the routing for a LHD due to the location of the accesories and the Idler pulley near the alternator. Can you help me find the proper routing?
Jul 27, 2010 at 9:04 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Hi convict27,Welcome to 2carpros and TY for the donation. W/AC


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_s_10.jpg

W/O AC


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Jul 27, 2010 at 9:17 AM
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CONVICT27
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That diagram will not work with the Export setup. The Idler pulley next to the alternator is closer and the alternator is mounted higher than on a Left Hand Drive TJ. So when it is routed that way, the belt rubs on itself near the idler pulley. I need a specific setup for an exported Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler TJ 1997 sport. This is a picture of how I have it routed right now, but I need to make sure it is correct.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/555089_jeep_003a_1.jpg

Jul 27, 2010 at 9:25 AM
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KHLOW2008
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If you are able to install the serpentine belt with the correct belt tension, then the routing should be correct. Serpentine belts are unique in a sense that if the routing is wrong, you would not be able to get the belt tension correct. From the picture I would say the routing is similar to the Cherokee setup.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_SerpentineBelt97WranglerFig04_1.jpg

Hope this helps.
Aug 10, 2010 at 9:10 AM