Wednesday, November 24, 2010

I have a 93 saturn sL1 i need to no what a part is?

i have a 93 Saturn sl1 Manuel shift 5 speed duel head and we changed the serpentine belt but we had to take a part off that was just above it and noticed it was broke can anyone tell me what that part is if you have seen one i was needing a new one but how am i sappose to no what to buy unless i no what it is please no rud caments if someone has a saturn or a diagram to what parts on the motor are and can tell me please helpI have a 93 saturn sL1 i need to no what a part is?
Don't know exactly which part you're talking about, but the other members seemed to be on the right track. (John Paul and HobbaBob) I'm guessing the same. You probably need to replace the Top Engine Mount (also called the Top Torque-Axis Mount). It is held by three bolts (to the engine), and two bolts to the frame, and has hard vulcanized rubber in the middle, right?



If so...That's the part you'll need. (Upper Engine Mount, Saturn Part 21012185)



Next time you want to change the belt, you don't have to remove the engine mount (as you'll need to hold up your engine with a jack (usually on the oil pan) to take the engine mount on and off). You technically need to loosen and re-tighten the lower mount after you've removed the upper mount.



The best way is actually to take off the passenger side front wheel, and remove the plastic splash guard panel. From there you will have clear access to the tensioner. You can just slip a socket on the tensioner, turn clockwise to loosen the tensioner... and the belt will slide right off. You can replace the belt with the same technique. One thing to note though... if you replaced the belt because it was %26quot;squealing%26quot;, you probably should have replaced the tensioner along with it.



I'll find some links for you to review.



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Okay... here we go:



For tensioner replacement (submitted by the Wolfman): http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthr



Here are instructions for Upper Engine Mount replacement (submitted by the Wolfman): http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthr



Here are instructions for loosening and tightening the lower engine mount after any of the Torque-Axis Mounts have been messed with (submitted by Luke):

http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthr



This one was written by jasonpopnc (and is the same way I changed my belts without messing with the engine mount):

http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthr

---I have a 93 saturn sL1 i need to no what a part is?
Go to an auto parts store and ask them what it is, the guys behind the counter there are your best bet for a quick identification.I have a 93 saturn sL1 i need to no what a part is?
Sounds to me a trip to Saturn is in order! Not the planet the car dealer! You probably removed the engine mount to get the serpentine belt tensioner turned to remove the belt. So is that what you found broken? Rubber part torn? %26quot;Motor Mount%26quot; You could take a picture of it and send it to me?I have a 93 saturn sL1 i need to no what a part is?
while you don't actualy have to remove the right side top mount [bolted to the engine and to the body] to change the serpintine belt it is probably easier for a homeowner to do so, and this is probably the part in question [metal brackets and rubber] ? a clear discription of the actual part would be more helpfulI have a 93 saturn sL1 i need to no what a part is?
I couldn't find the diagram online but I did find a place that will answer questions for you. I posted the address below. If I find something else, I will repost.

How do I change/replace the drive belt on a 1996 lincoln continental?

I'm having a great deal of difficulty accessing the belt in my 1996 Lincoln Continental. The problem is NOT the routing of the belt (I have a copy of that diagram, %26amp; DO understand how to read it). I am already familiar w/ the principal behind removing %26amp;/or replacing serpentine belts (%26quot;drive-belts%26quot;) in other FMC (Ford Motor Co) vehicles, equipped w/ automatic tensioners but, this time, my ability to physically %26quot;get-to%26quot; the belt is the challenge! I have performed this procedure on one of each of the %26quot;FLM 'Trio' %26quot; (a 1999 Ford [Crown Vic'], a 1996 Lincoln [Town Car] %26amp;, a 1999 Mercury [Gr Marquis]). The design of the engine compartment of the 1996 Linc'n Continental however, is MUCH different than that of %26quot;The Trio%26quot;, in-that all of the engine components in th Linc'n Cont'l are so compacted/close together, that it's nearly impossible to even get the tensioner-release-tool into position to %26quot;rotate%26quot; the tensioner-- Let alone getting a hand/arm in there, to pull the belt out (or put a new one in[!]). . . . . There's TOO MUCH... %26quot;Stuff%26quot; in the way!!!

My best guess would be to unbolt the pwr steering reservoir (w/o draining it) %26amp;, temporarily moving it out of the way. ALL the info I've found on the net AND even in the (Dealership Mechanics') Factory Svc Manual, basically says %26quot;...loosen tensioner, remove the old belt, route the new belt over the pulleys, using the diagram affixed to the bottom of the hood...%26quot; But, how the heck do I get in there, in the first place???!!!

Thanks, in advance!How do I change/replace the drive belt on a 1996 lincoln continental?
well what kind of tool are you using..theres a serpentine belt tool u can use from autozone specifically for that model...
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  • How much can a bad serpentine belt affect MPG?

    It was not set properly in the grooves when changed a few months ago but changed again last weekend. How much of a difference is it apt to make?How much can a bad serpentine belt affect MPG?
    None. Just will get longer life out of the new one.How much can a bad serpentine belt affect MPG?
    Not at all it will just break and leave you stuck on the side of the roadHow much can a bad serpentine belt affect MPG?
    it don,have any thing to do with the gas mileage, just the electrical part of the car.

    How to get the serpentine belt on a 94 ford Taurus??????

    i was changing the water pump on my wife's 1994 ford Taurus and i have everything put back together but the serpentine belt. and i can not for the life of me get it on. Please Help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!How to get the serpentine belt on a 94 ford Taurus??????
    lookunder the hood and everywhere else in the engine compartment for a diagram. It left the factory with one. There should be one spring loaded tension pully that you will need to take the tension off temporarily with a wrench as the last step in installin the belt. You may as well replace the belt while you have it off, and the auto parts store should also have a diagram for it. good luck.How to get the serpentine belt on a 94 ford Taurus??????
    You need a special tool. They will have it at Auto Zone, etc. There is a tensioner which is getting in your way, you use the tool to pull it back and then the belt easily slips on

    You can probably borrow the tool, to buy it is about $50, but you need it for every belt changeHow to get the serpentine belt on a 94 ford Taurus??????
    well what you do need are sockets or hand tools, and you'll need to losen the parts that your belt goes to so that youll be able to fit it on there...How to get the serpentine belt on a 94 ford Taurus??????
    There is a pulley that is used for tensioning the belt. I think is uses a 14mm Allen wrench. Install the belt over all the pullys except the tensioner, then use the wrench to pull the tensioner inwards toward the center of the motor and slip the belt over the pulley and release the tension on it and you're done.

    How to take the serpentine belt off of a Buick?

    I have taken them off other cars but can't seem to be able to find how the idler releases. This is a 1998 Buick Lesabre with a 3.8 V6. Also what's up with the bolt on the idler I can't get a metric or standard wrench to fit on it. What I am trying to do is change to altenator.



    Thank In AdvanceHow to take the serpentine belt off of a Buick?
    15mm socket on a breaker bar or long ratchet placed on the idler pully bolt.How to take the serpentine belt off of a Buick?
    im hotHow to take the serpentine belt off of a Buick?
    if it is a spring loaded ideler, find the square hole in the aluminum arm and insert a 3/8 or 1/2 inch drive ratchet, which ever is required, then pull the tension awawy from the belt, don;t have to remove the tesioner.How to take the serpentine belt off of a Buick?
    i own a repair shop,and the process is just about the same as a Chevy except you get on the other bolt and pull to release the tension off of it,it basically works the same way though,you might have to loosen the one bolt but don't back it out more than one turn,but you should just be able to lift upwards on it,and release the tension on it,good luck with it ,i hope this helps.How to take the serpentine belt off of a Buick?
    Its the old imperial system that america's still using

    caddilacs, buicks, chevys still use the ******* ancient measuring system.

    Anyone know how to loosen the serpentine belt on a taurus wagon?

    I just bought an older (1999) ford taurus wagon and need to change the alternator. Where do they hide the bolts to adjust the tension of the idler? And are there any simple tricks to removing or replacing these alternators?

    Thanks a bunch.Anyone know how to loosen the serpentine belt on a taurus wagon?
    you need a special tool if you go to just about any auto parts store you can buy a kit it comes with all the sockets and handles that you will need you might not use it alot but you will be glad you have it when you need it....... all the other ideas could work but it is so close to the strut tower just by the kit it will save you money in band-aidsAnyone know how to loosen the serpentine belt on a taurus wagon?
    stick a 3/8 ratchet in the hole and move it to make it looser. you can't adjust the tension. They are set, you just rotate it with a ratchet.Anyone know how to loosen the serpentine belt on a taurus wagon?
    it takes a special wrench but you should be able to push it in the direction to loosen it with your hand spring loaded try that.Anyone know how to loosen the serpentine belt on a taurus wagon?
    in the middle of your tension-er there is a bolt get a wrench.and simply turn the bolt and that will give you play to remove your belt .there is no way to adjust that spring loaded tension-er pulley..if its bad replace it..good luckAnyone know how to loosen the serpentine belt on a taurus wagon?
    the hole doug w. is talking about is in the belt tensioner,it may be 1/2 instead of 3/8 i just helped my son change a belt on his 95 couger %26amp; it was 1/2.just put the breaker bar or ratchet in the square hole in the tensioner %26amp; rotate clockwise to loosen the preload off of the tensioner %26amp; the belt comes right off!Anyone know how to loosen the serpentine belt on a taurus wagon?
    there are two types of tensioner adjusters.one type has a squre hole cut out in it so you can insert a rachet or breaker bar into it and either push or pull to release tension.the other type has a hex head bolt on it usually a 14mm socket on a rachet will dp the trick and again you either push or pullAnyone know how to loosen the serpentine belt on a taurus wagon?
    The tensioner is spring loaded,use a break bar or ratchet to pull the tensioner in and release the belt. This is a square hole the size of the ratchet

    I overfilled my car engine with motor oil and did not change the oil filter. Can this damage my car?

    A few months ago, I noticed my oil was low, so I bought 5 qts of cheap oil and added it to my engine instead of taking it for an oil change. It ran fine for the past few months..This weekend I had my water pump,serpentine, and timing belts changed. The mechanic told me, the motor oil was overfilled and recommended I get an oil change. There wasn't any oil leak. So today I had a high mileage oil change at WalMart. They also told me my oil was over filled when they checked it, and that I have an oil leak.Again, yesterday there was no leaks. Now I have a big oil leak, and my car shuts off when I am idle. What could have happened? Did walmart mess up my oil change? or could it have been the mechanic who changed my belts? or am I to blame for being cheap and changing my oil myself and overfilling it without changing the filter?.Also how do I fix this. Please HelpI overfilled my car engine with motor oil and did not change the oil filter. Can this damage my car?
    overfilling is just as bad as not enough. and you should always change the oil filter whenever you change the oil. just unscrew your oil plug and let some run out, into a container or course.I overfilled my car engine with motor oil and did not change the oil filter. Can this damage my car?
    Overfilling the oil can damage the piston rings among other things. I suggest draining the oil to the correct level. I would never change the oil without changing the filter. You car must have been almost empty of oil to require that much oil.I overfilled my car engine with motor oil and did not change the oil filter. Can this damage my car?
    1 stop trying to blame others for your lack of car care

    2 sometimes stuff happens..[ie you walk into a room,,turn on lite,,bulb blows...whos fault? no one]

    3 overfilling oil can cause leaks,,bearing damage,,,

    4 maybe you need tune up.....I overfilled my car engine with motor oil and did not change the oil filter. Can this damage my car?
    You live and learn by your mistakes, check your valve covers and clean up the engine to isolate the leak. And do what you can to fix.I overfilled my car engine with motor oil and did not change the oil filter. Can this damage my car?
    Yes it can damage your seals and you need to look to find the source of the leak the first two areas would be the drain plug bolt area sometimes when being replaced after removal it might not be as tight as it is supposed to be or it was over tightened and stripped, second area would be to look around the new filter area if their is oil leaking around where it is mounted in may not be on as tight as it should be, I have witnessed many times that the technician may have not removed the old filter seal and put another one on meaning you have two seals and the oil could be leaking from that area, the QUALITY OF A 6.00$ AN HOUR EMPLOYEE AT WALL MART or any other company is risky at best, go back to wall mart do not let any one touch the car except because you stated they changed the oil and you did not have a leak prior to the change ask them to re inspect the bolt on the drain pan and the filter area, ask them if the can determine the area where the oil may be coming from if it is a steady leak the should be able to (with flashlights) to determine where it may be coming from, also be Leary if the striped the bolt many times the will not tell you because they were the last company to work in that area and they do not want to eat the repair if needed. Take notes of what they tell you so you can see if they are contradicting any of their responses to you. I do know over filling the oil can lead to many problems with several Items. What kind of car and engine do you have and did the oil leak start after the water pump was changed .. but by all means you need to determine where is the leak coming from that is the starting point ,then we can determine at what stage or part of the repair that may have caused this leak



    Remember since you are losing oil check the oil level first thing in the morning before you start the car, you may have to add a little oil to get to your next destination and this is serious as if the oil is dripping on the exaust area it could cause you car to catch on fire.



    E-mail me and I will give you my phone so I can chat with you about this



    HAVE A GOOD DAY, JackI overfilled my car engine with motor oil and did not change the oil filter. Can this damage my car?
    You did this but go and blame wallmart for your lack of knowledge.
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  • How do you change the alternator belt on a Toyota 4Runner SR5?

    I can't find any helpful how to's on the rest of the internet for changing an alternator belt in my 4Runner, so I thought maybe someone here may know.

    My truck is a 1997 Toyota 4Runner SR5, 6 cyl, 2WD

    My truck's engine uses 3 belts instead of one big serpentine belt and it's just the alternator belt that broke. I need to know how to move/lower the other pulleys and belt (I believe it is my fan belt) so I can replace alternator belt behind it.

    So if anyone is familiar with my truck's engine and know's what to do, can you help me please?How do you change the alternator belt on a Toyota 4Runner SR5?
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    How do you install the serpentine belt on a 1995 Chevy barreta 2.2l engine?

    I changed the water pump and took off the belt ok and now am having difficulty installing the belt again. Can you provide a step by step on how to put the belt back on? The more details the better.How do you install the serpentine belt on a 1995 Chevy barreta 2.2l engine?
    First you need a long wrench or a regular wrench with a cheater bar that will fit the idler pulley. Install the belt according to the diagram under the hood leaving out the idler pulley. When the belt is around all pulleys, use the wrench to rotate the idler pulley until you can get the belt underneath of it. It is there to create tension. Thats the only way anybody does it.

    Do you know of any websites that may have how to repair a '95 Geo Prizm 1.8?

    I am trying to change the Serpentine Belt on my car %26amp; I cannot find a way to losen up the alternator to put the belt on place. Also, we cannot find the repair manual at any auto parts store...Does anyone know if there is a website that may be able to help me?

    Thanks in advance :)Do you know of any websites that may have how to repair a %26039;95 Geo Prizm 1.8?
    95 Geo Prizm is the same as a Toyota Corolla of the same year. Look for Manuals for the Toyota Corolla.



    Also, check out the information here, it may be useful: (pictures and instructions).



    http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBrokerDo you know of any websites that may have how to repair a %26039;95 Geo Prizm 1.8?
    There is a Haynes repair manual available for the '95 Geo Prizm. The part number is Haynes 92036 and the cost is $14.10.Do you know of any websites that may have how to repair a %26039;95 Geo Prizm 1.8?
    Haynes makes the best manuals. Apparently these belts are a real bugger to change http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/WebX?14

    How do I losen the serpentine belt on a 1989 Suburban?

    I am trying to change the water pump and can't work out how to loosen the serpentine belt. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.How do I losen the serpentine belt on a 1989 Suburban?
    You need the following tool: Sears and any auto parts store has a serpentine belt tensioner removal tool. It's a 1%26quot; wide by 3/16 bar - 24 inches long. It has a raised 3/8 square drive on one end with several shallow metric and crows foot metric wrench ends that will fit every belt tensioner out there to ease the tension spring inside the pulley housing so you'll easily be able to remove and reinstall the belt after changing the water pump.How do I losen the serpentine belt on a 1989 Suburban?
    there should be a belt tensioner on it. you put a ratchet in it and move it and it loosens. take it to autozone and they'll tell you for sure.How do I losen the serpentine belt on a 1989 Suburban?
    take a breaker bar and socket and put on the bolt on the tensioner wheel, pull on it and loosen the belt. 1 way it tightens and the other way it loosens.How do I losen the serpentine belt on a 1989 Suburban?
    look for the idler pullyHow do I losen the serpentine belt on a 1989 Suburban?
    15mm bolt on the tensioner , it's the only place the belt makes contact that is not an accessory,ie alt,a/c power steerong pump.Put the 15mm on a breaker bar and push down on the tensioner and the belt will come loose.This is a two hand operation one hand on the breaker bar the other on the beltHow do I losen the serpentine belt on a 1989 Suburban?
    look at your belt diagram on the radiator brace. it should show you which pully is the tensioner... make sure you get it and not the idler as the idler doesn't move. the suburban uses a 3/8 drive ratchet to leverage it, i THINK that pushing the handle to the passengers side of the truck will release pressure, slide the belt off, change the pump, put the belt back on.

    Bad belt? car is making a terrible whirring noise?

    I just changed the serpentine belt this summer so i don't know how it could be it. What else could make this noise though. The car is a 1995 grand am v6 3.1. the faster the rpms climb the worse the sound gets, so i suppose thats what it is.



    i guess i better get this fixed quick, i don't like driving my 2000 camaro around town with a 3600 stall converter in it.





    I'd say it sounds similar to the car in this video though....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPB29LuKABad belt? car is making a terrible whirring noise?
    the pulley that tighens it all most likey they lock up every now and then or the bearings go bad might want to check it out same way you remove belt and shake the pulley or try spinning it by hand id bet thats itBad belt? car is making a terrible whirring noise?
    THE BELT MIGHT BE TO LOOSE. TIGHTEN UP THE BELTBad belt? car is making a terrible whirring noise?
    yea its a bad belt i had mine fixed at my dealer ship. yea get it fixed itBad belt? car is making a terrible whirring noise?
    it sound like a failing bearing in an idler. which one? i do not know.
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  • Can I have some info regarding with getting a new belt tensioner?

    Ok here is the story. I have a 1999 Chevy Camaro w/ 104,000 miles. About one month ago the serpentine belt came off and I went to a mechanic who had one of the pulleys changed and serpentine belt replaced.



    About one month later the belt had come off the pulleys again. I brought it to the mechanic and he said that I needed to replace something called the belt tensioner.



    questions



    -Is it normal for the belt tensioner to go wrong in a high mileage vehicle after replacing the serpentine belt?



    -how much should this cost? He quotes me at $340 altogether with part and labor



    -About two weeks ago every time I had started the car it sounded like there was a squealing noise coming from the belt. This happened only when I started the car after it have been sitting overnight, and the noise went away after the car warmed up a bit. Could this have been related to the belt tensioner?Can I have some info regarding with getting a new belt tensioner?
    belt tensioner shoul dhav ebeen replace when belt was many do this since that might have been why it snap in first place they go bad alot and yes thats whats tightens belt and loose belt squeals not hard to replace on many cars and not real high to buy mine is like 30 bucks call autozone ask you can get a how to replace it print out if you ask or look it up online at home get a place near a price and get a how to do it online top of their page says do it yourself type in your car infoCan I have some info regarding with getting a new belt tensioner?
    Well the tension-er was more then likely the problem all along this may be to tight or to loose there is a spring in the tension-er this would cause problems with the belt the idler pulley can lock up or slip usually do to a bad bearing or a something on the pulley. So I would replace the tension-er and this wil fix your problem no more belt coming off.Can I have some info regarding with getting a new belt tensioner?
    HI

    I would be curious as to what pulley he replaced?? Pulley's don't usually ware out. The thing that would ware out would be the tensioner pulley. Over time and heat the spring in it can lose it tension.

    good luck

    tim

    Do i really have to get a oil change every three months?

    ... or every 3000 miles or whatever it is. honestly i dont know squat about cars and when i go to get my oil changed the guys at the shop are always telling me i need this and that its expensive, i really think they are jerking my chain b/c i changed my fluids one visit (the pink stuff) and went to a different oil change shop for my next visit and they said i needed it again because it was dirty, well obviously i didn't do it, but seriously are they just trying to get my money? how many times do i need to change my serpentine belt in a year? if that's even what its called, sorry. well all in all i have a 98 grand prix and it has high mileage and i do get it changed every three to four months, but is it really necessary? i always make sure to check the oil and make sure its full, add oil if need be..my friend has a similar car and changes his oil every 6 to 8 months and his car seems fine ..but guys please help! im sick of getting ripped offDo i really have to get a oil change every three months?
    Yeah, 3000 miles or 3 months is correct, but you don't have to be a fanatic about it. A few hundred miles or so over ain't gonna kill the car. Letting the quick lube guys change the oil is fine. Just don't listen to anything they say about %26quot;you need this, that, and the other.%26quot; They are just trying to make a buck off of people like yourself that don't know any better. Not trying to offend you there, just saying, you know. Find a good local mechanic to do your other work for you. Find someone that knows a little about cars to show you a few things you can check on your own, such as the condition of the serpentine belt you mentioned. Those belts should last for YEARS! You should really know how to check your own oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid, antifreeze/coolant, tire pressures, etc. Checking and maintaining these things is absolutely critical to your cars health.Do i really have to get a oil change every three months?
    it depends on how you drive

    if you like to drive fast you would change it every 3000 miles

    If its jus average driving like to work and keepingur speed right on the speed limit

    than ya about every 5000 milesDo i really have to get a oil change every three months?
    yeah, do the same as your friend. 5000~7000 miles in between will be okay to me. Oil and modern engines has improved a lot since the '80s.Do i really have to get a oil change every three months?
    yeah you have to do your oil chage, if you want to keep your car running.Do i really have to get a oil change every three months?
    If its a new car you should but its really not that big a deal.Do i really have to get a oil change every three months?
    The oil change shops want you to do it that often, of course. It won't hurt to do it, and it's really cheap insurance. You can go 5,000 miles though. You might also ask what condition the oil is in when you have it changed. If it's really black and dirty, keep on with 3,000.



    You might also think about doing it yourself. You can buy the oil and filter for about $15, and it's kind of fun.Do i really have to get a oil change every three months?
    Hey Keysha, i do agree with the other people about changing your own oil or finding a trustworthy mechanic. I noticed you mentioned that you dont know much about cars. It would be a great idea if you educated yourself just about that basics of cars just so you can understand what is going on when something comes up so you arent getting ripped off by anyone. i think you will actually like the learning process and they arent bad creatures!!! we all know a little bit about the things we already own (features on our cellphones, features on our tvs, what our bodies can and cannot do, what we can and cannot eat). But good luck with your car!!Do i really have to get a oil change every three months?
    You need to find a local mechanic, not a chain store like Jiffy Lube. Find a mechanic and go back to him every single time, for oil changes, repairs, whatever. Make sure he is a good mechanic, try to get recommendations from family or friends, but stick with one mechanic. When you keep going to different stores, they don't know your service history and they may simply recommend services based on your car's mileage. If you establish a relationship with a local mechanic, he will always know your service history, and there is more of a bond of respect and trust there (or should be) when you become a regular customer, so he will be less likely to recommend services just to try to rip you off. This is why I recommend local mechanics, because they want to do a good job so they can continue to compete with the chain stores and continue to stay in business.



    But yes, absolutely change your oil every 3 months or 3000 miles. You may be able to get away with an extra few hundred miles or a couple of extra weeks, but try to stick to that guideline.

    How much does it cost to have a serpentine belt replaced?

    i just went in for an oil change and they said i needed a new serpentine belt and another one for my ac. i have a 98 honda accord and just dropped 1300 on a new cadalitic convertor, and i feel like i keep getting ripped off bc i'm a chick. they offered me 120 and i said i would think about it. anyone know if this sounds like a decent price, or could you reccomend an honest mechanic in the san diego area? thanks!How much does it cost to have a serpentine belt replaced?
    I'm an old fart, and all my cars are older than 1966, but I stopped to help a guy with a serpentine belt on his Chevy SUV, and I was pleasantly surprised that it's the easiest thing in the world to do!



    On his car (the only serpentine belt I've ever installed), there was a tensioner spring that was pulled back using a half-inch drive socket wrench, then you simply lift the belt onto the pully and let go of the wrench. Takes about 2 minutes.



    If your mechanic wants $120 to do that job, get another mechanic . . you're getting reamed!

    .How much does it cost to have a serpentine belt replaced?
    you get rip by those fast lube place. First your car don't have a Serpentine belt. It should have 3 Micro v belts. Each cost from 10 to 18 bucks, and labor to replace all 3 belts is .8 of an hour. But TBH I don't think you need the new belt for your car. Call a repair shop and check the price.How much does it cost to have a serpentine belt replaced?
    I work at a GMC dealership and we charge $89.95 to replace most serp. belts. They are not Honda's but $120 seems sort of steep to me.How much does it cost to have a serpentine belt replaced?
    you certainly got ripped off on the catalyic converter!, thats crazy!, I would find another shop for sure, a serpentine belt usuually costs about 20 to 30 dollars and takes about five minutes to put on.

    1994 camaro serpentine belt?

    HOW TO CHANGE OR REPLACE THE SERPENTINE BELT ON A 1994 CAMARO1994 camaro serpentine belt?
    Draw a diagram of the way the belt is on now. Use a 1/2%26quot; or 3/4%26quot; ratchet and a pipe that will fit over the end of the ratchet handle. You will see a square hole to place the drive end of the ratchet into and push or pull to remove and replace the belt. Look for a pulley that has an arm and spring attached to it. That is your tension pulley. On the face you will see the hole. Easy repair once you do it once. No need to pay the $50.00 to $100.00 a shop will demand.1994 camaro serpentine belt?
    you need an automobile repair manual for that year and make of car to do this, as it is too hard to explain in here.1994 camaro serpentine belt?
    Follow the advice the others have offered here AND!!!! check to see if there is a belt routing diagram on a sticker under the hood somewhere. A real kick in the A$$ when you try to put the belt back on and forget how it was routed.........LOL.

    How to tighten the fan (serpentine) belt.?

    I have a Saturn SL2 and was wondering if anyone can tell me how to tighten the serpentine (fan) belt.



    or even how to change/replace one!



    any info would be very nice :)How to tighten the fan (serpentine) belt.?
    no you not tighten a serpentine belt . it time to buy a new beltHow to tighten the fan (serpentine) belt.?
    The Fan on most engines with a Serpentine belt is tightened via a Idler pulley..In other words this pulley has only one job, and that is to tighten the serpentine belt. If you follow your serpentine belt around the various pulleys ( Fan, Alternator, Crankshaft) you will find one pulley which will have a spring tensioner in the back...Sometimes these Idler pulleys will use a common wrench to losten and tighten them..........Its not a Scientific problem to adjust these!!
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  • How do I do this for a freelander land rover serpentine belt?

    I am changing my 2002 freelander land rover serpentine belt, can I support the engine with a jack when I do this? I cannot seem to find any info on the process. thank for your replies :)How do I do this for a freelander land rover serpentine belt?
    I suppose you could but I don't know why you would want too . You don't have to jack the motor up to change the belt. There is a tensioner that losens the belt use that!

    I have a 1999 Plymouth Grand Voyager. How often does the timing belt need to be changed?

    I just had the serpentine and the alternator drive belts changed, but is there a separate timing belt on my van? If so, how expensive if it to get it changed? I was quoted $450 or so, so they must have to take a lot of the engine apart.I have a 1999 Plymouth Grand Voyager. How often does the timing belt need to be changed?
    Chrysler's service manuals recommend 90,000 miles at the earliest. I would say 75K to 80K is appropriate.



    Basically, we have to remove the belts, pulleys, motor mount, lay the PS Pump and AC Compressor aside and remove the bracket and remove the front covers. It is also a good idea to inspect or replace the water pump while in there.



    $450 seems to be about average.



    I'm assuming you have the 3.0L since you mention timing belt (3.3L and 3.8L have a timing chain, not a belt) and they are prone to oil leaks at the cam seals. It is a good time to do them as well, if they are leaking.I have a 1999 Plymouth Grand Voyager. How often does the timing belt need to be changed?
    Look in your owners manual if you have one.

    Mot vehicles recommend to replace it at every 75k to 100k miles, or 10 years, whichever is first. Chrysler manuals usually recommend having it done at 90k miles, with no mention of age. However, I would change it if it gets to 10 years old and has not reached the recommended miles yet just for safety sake.



    50,000 miles is too early in most instances to replace the timing belt. At that rate, you'd have replaced it twice in the recommended replacement interval. I replaced mine at 100k miles (and about 6 years old) and it still looked great, which is how you want it, you don't want it all worn out and cracked when it's replaced.



    $450 is about right for a timing belt on a voyager, only reason it should go higher is if they find something else needs to be replaced while they're in there. In that case, they should always ask before adding anything to the repair order.I have a 1999 Plymouth Grand Voyager. How often does the timing belt need to be changed?
    should be replaced every 50,000 but most people go to 75;000

    450 is about right they have to tear down the front of the engineI have a 1999 Plymouth Grand Voyager. How often does the timing belt need to be changed?
    About 75,000 miles is good on those engines. However, if your at that mileage, spend a little extra, and replace the water pump, and timing belt tensioner at the same time. The timing belt drives the water pump, and if you've got that sort of mileage on the van, the pump is reaching the end of it's service life. Much better to take care of it, since you'll be right there anyway. It will cost you less in the long run.I have a 1999 Plymouth Grand Voyager. How often does the timing belt need to be changed?
    the timing belt needs to be replaced 75,000.quotes vary from 450.00 to as much 8 or 9.00 make the tech.gauranity price and labor. good luck

    I have a Ford Lightning (supercharged F150) does anyone have a clue how to change the belts?

    i.e. serpentine belt is behind the supercharger belt - how does the supercharger belt come off?I have a Ford Lightning (supercharged F150) does anyone have a clue how to change the belts?
    that belt also has a tensioner, just the old bolt style BUT if you over tighten that one you'll chew up the bearing in that $$$$$ blower. Might wanna Let someone change that for ya, could be cheaper

    Serpentine Belt on an Acura 2006 tl?

    I am looking for a diagram or directions on how to change the belt on an Acura 2006 TL. I am doing this for a friendSerpentine Belt on an Acura 2006 tl?
    couldnt find you a free version. maybe you can call the acura dealership and have then send you a copy.



    http://www.tradebit.com/filedetail.php/7

    or download it from here

    How do you change the power steering belt on a l993 grand am with an overhead cam?

    I all ready did the serpentine belt. I dont know how to get the steering belt off. What do you have to do to get it off? Its not like others I have done in the past. thanks for any help.How do you change the power steering belt on a l993 grand am with an overhead cam?
    Shoot i been a while since i have done one but if i remeber right you have to loosen the bolts on the pump to make it slide so you can take the belt off.How do you change the power steering belt on a l993 grand am with an overhead cam?
    http://autorepair.about.com/How do you change the power steering belt on a l993 grand am with an overhead cam?
    You don't change it with an overhead cam. You change it with a wrench.
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  • 2002 Hyundai Accent Timing & Serpentine Belt Replacement Costs?

    I have a 2002 Hyundai Accent 2 door and need to get the timing belt and serpentine belts replaced. Does anyone know how much this might cost? I know timing belt changes start out at at least $320, but I'm curious to know the total cost plus the serpentine belt. Thanks.2002 Hyundai Accent Timing %26amp; Serpentine Belt Replacement Costs?
    You shouldn't have both. The 02 Accent should have a Timing Belt. But if I remember correctly, the water pump should be replaced at the same time.



    I had a 00 Elantra. The Estimates I received ranged from $415 to $700. So shop around. Especially these days, don't just take the 1st estimate you receive, people will compete for your business. And it's a common enough part that you should be able to get an honest estimate.2002 Hyundai Accent Timing %26amp; Serpentine Belt Replacement Costs?
    Hmmm, timing and serpentine should be the same thing. Perhaps not, but on most cars it is. 3 to 4 hundred sounds about right, though. Question is, did it break while you were driving it? If you were, oh dear!2002 Hyundai Accent Timing %26amp; Serpentine Belt Replacement Costs?
    i would say about 400 to 450.00 with tax serpentine belt on the same side as timingcover that has to come off anyways to access and finish the ttimingbelt job, now timing belt tensioner's and water pump may be extra if needed. i worked in a shop as a service adviser for 8 years.

    Replacing timing belt and Serpentine belt on 1999 Mercury Villager?

    I have a 1999 Mercury Villager and have changed oil religiously and have never had a single problem out of this van.It has 165k miles on it and the timing belt and serpentine belt have never been changed.My question is does this van have 2 seperate belts? Timing an serpentine ? and approx how much would each cost to have changed at a service station?(I gave it to my daughter and i need to do a few things to it to help her out) Thanks for help.Replacing timing belt and Serpentine belt on 1999 Mercury Villager?
    It doesn't have a timing belt. It uses a chain which is not a scheduled replacement item.



    It does use a serpentine belt for the alternator, AC and pumps. The belt costs around 40 to 50 bucks, and installation would be about the same.



    Have you ever had plugs and wires replaced? what about filters? A coolant (antifreeze) flush and fill is probably a good idea as well.Replacing timing belt and Serpentine belt on 1999 Mercury Villager?
    This is a NISSAN engine. EXCELLENT!! BUt, you must use ONLY approved coolant form the dealership, NOT the green stuff. Nissan makes it's OWN coolant. Use that!!! If you have been smart enough to use synthetic oil, you will have a keeper for YEARS to come!!

    How much should a serpentine belt replacement cost?

    i have a 1999 lexus rx300 and it has a horrible squeaking sound, my auto friend said it was a rusty serpentine belt, i want to change it, is it worth it and how much should it cost? thanks for any answersHow much should a serpentine belt replacement cost?
    I didn't know it was possible for a rubber belt to rust. Most serp belts if it's just one should run you under 100 bucks parts and labor.How much should a serpentine belt replacement cost?
    The belt's cost $18 - 22. %26amp; EZ to replace. Ask around and you'll find a buddy to help ya out. =^ )How much should a serpentine belt replacement cost?
    had belt replaced on my impala cost was $45 for the belt and $22 for labor to replace itHow much should a serpentine belt replacement cost?
    first of all belts are made of rubber they don't rust. They crack and that is what makes it squeal. The shop where i work at for a 6 rib belt it costs 59.99 for the belt and labor. Other shops should be about the same. If you have a three rib it should cost a little less. some lexus still uses two to three belts. Make sure how many you have before you call any shop.

    How much would a dealership charge to change a fan belt on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?

    It's a 95, v8, serpentine belt. I did it myself in about 5 minutes. The cost of the belt was a little under $30 from Autozone. I wonder how much a dealership would charge for something that took me (moderately experienced) 5 minutes to change.How much would a dealership charge to change a fan belt on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
    Do it Yourself....It is very simple.



    Buy a premium quality belt spend the money there.



    It will only take few minutes, there should be a diagram on the fan shroud right under hood near the hood latch.





    Yours: GrumpyHow much would a dealership charge to change a fan belt on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
    from atlanta, ga dealership, $55 - $75; go autozoneHow much would a dealership charge to change a fan belt on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
    60 to 80$ labor not included.How much would a dealership charge to change a fan belt on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
    they'd probly charge ya one hour shop time so between 60 and 80 bucks labor,,name of the game is beat the dealer,,.How much would a dealership charge to change a fan belt on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
    to much... do it yourself..How much would a dealership charge to change a fan belt on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
    Are you serious, paul67337, number 10 in the top answers for cars and transportation?



    You know the routine for standard routine maintenance items, a standard auto shop charges at least 2x what a part would cost your. Dealership charges at least 3x what the part would cost you to do it yourself. =)



    Say hi to Drake for me.How much would a dealership charge to change a fan belt on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
    In NY is around $100.00 and hour labor. I work in a dealership but I don't get $100.00 an hour I get about 1/3 of a hundred an hour.

    How much would a major tuneup at a ford dealer cost?

    This is what i would like to be done that car has 148,000 miles it a 01 Ford Windstar.



    PowerSteering-Antifreeze Flushed

    Spark plug and wires changed

    Necessary, hoses changed

    Serpentine belt replacedHow much would a major tuneup at a ford dealer cost?
    Power steering, antifreeze, hoses %26amp; belts have NOTHING to do with a tune-up.How much would a major tuneup at a ford dealer cost?
    A dealer will cost you a lot more than an independent shop. Forget the term %26quot;major%26quot;. Each shop will include what they will do under that term. Listen to AM radio KFI Sundays, to Leon Kaplan - I think he is on 10 or 11 am. You can call in and get sound advice. He has been doing this before you were born.

    .How much would a major tuneup at a ford dealer cost?
    power steering and anti freeze flush = 140

    spark plugs and wires= 200

    hoses?

    belt= 60

    cost to me when i did this last summer 200 bucks
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  • How hard is it to change disc brakes on 98 ford ranger?

    I have recently changed the serpentine belt and found that pretty easy, should I attempt brakes, or should I leave it to a shop?How hard is it to change disc brakes on 98 ford ranger?
    If you have slight to moderate skills, and some fairly basic tools, by all means, brakes are one of the easiest things in the world to do yourself. People are trained with all the Meineke and Brake Depot commercials that you need to have the pros do it for $100 per axle, not including rotors.

    And of course, a mechanic will tell you to have the pros do it...job security.



    Don't fall for it.



    You'll need (other than obvious tools) a bigger C-clamp, a socket set, maybe a crowbar, a screwdriver wouldn't hurt, to pry pads out if necessary. Maybe a hex set or allen wrench set, depending.







    Each axle, assuming nothing is seized on too badly, should take the average backyard do-it-yourselfer about an hour or less. Wheel off, unbolt caliper from rotor. Might take socket, might take hex or torx wrench. Pads snap right out (and back in) caliper pretty easily. Use a C-clamp if you have one to push the caliper's piston back, so the new pads will fit around the rotor.

    By the way, most rotors are manufactured so they CAN'T be turned, so you may need new ones. Usually $30-60 each. Sometimes less than $20. Reverse procedure to re-install.



    I wouldn't attempt your drum brakes (if you have any). You'll probably wish you wouldn't have.How hard is it to change disc brakes on 98 ford ranger?
    Depending on your mechanical skills, replacing brakes is fairly easy, but you really should leave it to the pro's as it takes specialized tools, and a complete inspection of your braking system is also done at this time. Safety is priority.How hard is it to change disc brakes on 98 ford ranger?
    They are quite easy. Could be done in less than a half hour, with the right tools. But take your time, and you'll do great.How hard is it to change disc brakes on 98 ford ranger?
    It's pretty easy. Just take the wheel off, and the brake caliper is held on with a few bolts. Once it is off (carefully handle it so you don't pull on the brake line too much - I usually attach it to the spring or something with a zip tie while I'm working on it.



    Take the old pads out, and inspect them - compare them on both sides of the truck to see if one side is wearing more than the other (sometimes a sign of brake problems).



    Also check your rotors to see if they are damaged. If the pads wore to the point where they were metal on metal, then you probably want to take them to a shop and have them turned (usually pretty cheap). If they don't have enough hardface left on them you will need to replace them (check junkyards - find out how thick the rotor is supposed to be, and measure to make sure it isn't worn out - it doesn't really matter what they look like since you can just have them turned).



    If everything looks good, then take off the master cylinder cap, and push the brake cylinder on the caliper back in (go slowly otherwise brake fluid will spurt out of your master cylinder and make a mess - if you have topped off your fluid, you might need to get some of it out with a bulb syringe or something). You should be able to push the brake cylinder in by hand unless it has problems - some are harder to get on than others, I sometimes use a large c-clamp to get them started, but don't force them too much or you can damage them.



    Once the cylinder is pushed back in, you should be able to install the new pads, and then reinstall the caliper. If it won't fit over the rotor, then push the brake cylinder back in more until it will fit. Make sure to put the pads in correctly - take a picture, or make a little sketch of how things are before you start taking it apart - it's amazing how much that helps (or get a manual - that never hurts either).



    Make sure your master cylinder has the proper amount of fluid in it, and put the cap back on. Always test your brakes out somewhere safe a few times before putting it back on the road (it's amazing how many people forget the important step of making sure that their brakes work before jumping back into traffic).



    They might squeak a little bit at first as the pads get seated (having the rotors turned gives them a smoother surface which will help brake pad wear, but a little bit of uneveness isn't that bad once they get seated.How hard is it to change disc brakes on 98 ford ranger?
    Disc brakes are much easier than the serpentine belt. Only leave it to a shop if you have more money than time, hopefully you have a service manual for your car (Motors, Chilton's, etc), some cars can be done in 15 minutes per wheel, some may take longer if you have to take the caliper off. Even drum brakes aren't that hard, just lay everything out in the order you took it off and watch out for that lethal spring.How hard is it to change disc brakes on 98 ford ranger?
    Main thing is you need one, somewhat specialized tool. A C-clamp that opens like 6 inches. That presses the caliper back in the housing.



    Secondly, you should have bought a Toyota. Everything is easier on a Toyota.



    Thank God Ford doesn't make airplanes.How hard is it to change disc brakes on 98 ford ranger?
    EASY IF YOUR A MECHANIC !How hard is it to change disc brakes on 98 ford ranger?
    It is a fairly simple process, but if you do something wrong it could be dangerous since your brakes may fail to work.

    Can i start my 1994 crown vic without the serpentine belt?

    ok i'm going to change my belt so i want to start it up without the belt on it so i see how quiet my engine sounds without the big fan running will any damage occur just for a sec while running without a beltCan i start my 1994 crown vic without the serpentine belt?
    You wont get very far since your alternator isnt keeping the battery charged. Id give it 10 minutes tops. Dont do it.



    No power steering, no water pump, just wont end well.



    Edit: Idk who gave me thumbs down because they're definitely mistaken. Probably the same person who thinks the alternator will keep the car from starting HahaCan i start my 1994 crown vic without the serpentine belt?
    I have an 03 crown vic. It will be fine for a very short time. But if you leave it off too long, the battery will die (no alt) and it may overheat because the water pump runs off of the serpentine. But for a short time it would be ok.Can i start my 1994 crown vic without the serpentine belt?
    of course you can but I wouldn't recommend driving it, no power steering no power brakes would take a while to over heat and battery will run can for a long time without alternatorCan i start my 1994 crown vic without the serpentine belt?
    You wont damage the car without the belt. If you run it too long it will overheat. You can run it for a about 5 minutes Keep your eye on the temp gageCan i start my 1994 crown vic without the serpentine belt?
    i would,nt try that especially by it having a computer.Can i start my 1994 crown vic without the serpentine belt?
    Yes. All will be fine.Can i start my 1994 crown vic without the serpentine belt?
    just don't let it run too long.Can i start my 1994 crown vic without the serpentine belt?
    i wouldn%26quot;t do that

    2000 chrysler concorde 2.7L serpentine belt?

    I am changing a serpentine belt on a 2000 Chrysler Concorde. I have the AC belt on I cant find out how to get the front MAIN belt on does anyone know if that idler pulley moves? I cant see any slots where it would slide. and there is no spring loaded pulley. Anything is appreciated2000 chrysler concorde 2.7L serpentine belt?
    If I remember correctly, the idler does move but you access the adjuster bolt from underneath the car? Loosen the center nut on the pulley, then turn the adjuster bolt to move the pulley. Put the belt on, then turn the adjuster bolt to tighten the tension, and tighten the center nut on the pulley to hold it in place. Yes, you do have a seperate belt for AC, so don't think you are looney. That car has a V-belt to the AC, and a Serp belt for everything else.2000 chrysler concorde 2.7L serpentine belt?
    get a repair manual to show you.2000 chrysler concorde 2.7L serpentine belt?
    Truthfully, it probably wont matter much because the timing chain will come off of the passenger side and destroy the motor, and the belt will now become the least of your problems. The 2.7 litre engine is...ummm... junk. Sell it now if it still runs.2000 chrysler concorde 2.7L serpentine belt?
    ok a seroentine belts drives everything so you do not have a seprate ac belt if you look on the raid support there will be a picture on how the belt goes on aslo go to your local auto parts store like autozopne and they will show you and yes there is a spring loaded tensor2000 chrysler concorde 2.7L serpentine belt?
    On all 3.2/3.5 and 2.7 the idler is adjustable-loosen the locknut, then turn the adjuster bolt until proper tension is achieved, then retighten the locknut.

    the locknut is on the tensioner the adjuster bolt is right behind the tensioner on the left hand side. Good luck!

    Does anyone know how to release the tension to change a 1991 mercury cougar serpentine belt?

    pull on it with a socket :)Does anyone know how to release the tension to change a 1991 mercury cougar serpentine belt?
    i own a repair shop,and you take and find a wrench that fits the nut at the tension,r and move it back in the opposite direction,and it will release the tension on it,,then slowly release it until it comes to a stop,,good luck,have a good x-mas.Does anyone know how to release the tension to change a 1991 mercury cougar serpentine belt?
    the idler pulley requires either a 15mm wrench or it may have a square hole where a 3/8s or 1/2 in.ratchet will fit.Does anyone know how to release the tension to change a 1991 mercury cougar serpentine belt?
    Look on the radiator cover there should be a sticker telling you inwhat direction to turn the tensioner. Most tensiones have a 3/8 square in them so you can use a 3/8 ratchet to pull on them to get the belt off.

    1998 Pontiac Trans Am GT 2.4L Twin Cam Engine Serpentine Belt Replacement?

    Can someone tell me how i can change my serpentine belt on my 2.4L Twin cam engine? i think you have to remove a engine mount but i dont know, also what would be the best way to release the tension pulley. can someone tell me step by step on what i can do to do that?1998 Pontiac Trans Am GT 2.4L Twin Cam Engine Serpentine Belt Replacement?
    Did you mean Grand Am? At any rate, the engine mount does have to be removed to change the belt. My advice would be to get a service repair manual. It will describe hoe to do most repairs with step by step details and pictures.

    The tensior pully can be relieved by putting a socket or wrench on the pully bolt and pulling back one way of they other until the belt comes loose.1998 Pontiac Trans Am GT 2.4L Twin Cam Engine Serpentine Belt Replacement?
    ok might find a how to do it by typing into search box

    how to replace serpentine belt 1998 Pontiac Trans Am

    really not that hard you can also find how to info with autozone website you can find most car repair info just by typing how to replace name of part you wnat a video add that to end of it like

    how to replace Serpentine Belt 1998 Pontiac Trans Am video

    also can find repair manual same way type

    repair manual 1998 Pontiac Trans Am PDF
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  • How to change the belt of accesories on a honda civic 96?

    the belt of accesories or serpentine belt,is that a backyard mechanic job or does it has to be taken to the dealer? thanks! i have an idea,cause i changed in my car mitsubishi and is only one,in the civic are like 3.How to change the belt of accesories on a honda civic 96?
    haha i got that car i sold that peace of shtHow to change the belt of accesories on a honda civic 96?
    I actually just did that on my 96 civic yesterday, its actually real easy, the power steering pump and alternator, all you have to do is loosen the mounting and adjusting bolt, swing it back and take the belt off, and for the AC belt you need to loosen the bolt on the pully (the one on the top, not the crank and not the compressor pulley, the remaining one) and pull the belt off. To get the AC belt all the way off you need to unbolt the mount that goes from the AC to the body and just slip the belt over that. Installation is reverse of removal

    How do you change a 04 Camry fan belt?

    I'm unable to find a Chilton manual book. Does anyone know how I go about changing the serpentine fan belt?How do you change a 04 Camry fan belt?
    Toyota puts a diagram of the belt under hood. It is straight forward, need 1/2 drive breaker bar and diagram, Five minutes you will be done. If diagram gone take a picture for reference.How do you change a 04 Camry fan belt?
    first of all the Camry does not have a fan belt . An alternator belt is more like it . There should be a diagram around the engine compartment that can tell you how to install a new belt

    How do I release the tensioner for the serpentine belt on a jeep?

    2001 Jeep Wrangler with 4.0 liter engine. We have checked the New repair manual and it explains how to change the belt, but gives no info on releasing the tensioner. The tool that auto-zone says to use doesn't seem to have a way of connecting to do the trick....any ideas?How do I release the tensioner for the serpentine belt on a jeep?
    4.0 liter probably doesnt have a belt tensioner. Most 4 liter dodge engines you have to loosen the idler pully and then the screw on top of the idler pully screws the idler down when you loosen it. I could be wrong but I know that most 4 liters i have done are this way no tensioner just an idler pully that slides down when you loosen it. If it does have a tensioner then you should be able to use a 1/4 in ratchet. Insert into the hole on the end of the tensioner and pull back. I wrote to someone before about how to change a belt on a jeep. This is what I said.





    not that easy there is no tensioner on a 4.0 liter. First you need a 15mm socket. There is a idler pully on the drivers side of engine in front of teh power steering pump. Loosen the bolt in the center of the pully. Do not take all the way out just loosen a few turns. Then once you have the idler loose you need a 13mm socket and extension. Look down on the back side of the idler kind of on top. THere is a bolt that is about 4 inches long that goes down through the back of the pully. Loosen that bolt and the idler pully will slide down taking tensioin off the belt. Do this until you fel the belt is loose enough to remove. Once you have the belt off put new belt back on follow the diagram on the sticker under the hood. Follow the steps in reverse order to tighten. First tighten the bolt until the belt can be twisted about 1/4 to 1/2 side to side. once the belt is tight enough go ahead and tighten the nut on the idler pully and your done. Before you start it is helpfull to look at the bolt on the back and look where the threads are this helps you to get correct tension. also make sure you have the sticker for the diagram under the hood before you start. If you sont make sure you draw the belt or get one. It can be a pain to put back if you have no diagram. Well sorry so long but wanted to be specific. Good luck.How do I release the tensioner for the serpentine belt on a jeep?
    Like an OREO cookie;



    %26quot;Well to do it, you unscrew it!%26quot;



    It is not an automatic (spring loaded) tensioner. There is a nut in the center of the idler pulley. Loosen that nut about 2 turns, then there is a lond bolt on the top side of the pulley bracket that you unscrew to allow the pulley to slide. Adjust the tension on the new belt by tightening this bolt, then tighten the center nut.

    Need Some car help (Brakes,rotor and serpentine belt) Please help?

    Ok so i just got a 1998 Ford Escort from my grandma who passed away couple weeks back. So just to be safe i got it checked at Midas. They told me i had 2 get all my brakes pads, my front rotor and my serpentine belt changed. Im not really good with cars so please explain this to me. when they said get ur front rotor changed, what does that mean...both front tires...how many rotors does a car have..... And also does anyone know where i can get all these parts cheap. PLUS I DONT WAN TO SELL THIS CAR SO DONT SUGGEST THAT TO ME. thanksNeed Some car help (Brakes,rotor and serpentine belt) Please help?
    You'll get a lot of opinions on cars, and mine from years of experience is not to go to the national chain store franchises like Midas, Goodyear, Firestone, and some others in large metropolitan areas. It's much better in my opinion to get to know some local independent shops you can find below that are recommended by your neighbors. The %26quot;gaurantees%26quot; you get at those chain stores and quickie lubes don't mean much. They end up charging you a lot anyways and less qualified mechanics are generally working on your car. The Ford dealer is a good place to get a diagnosis and quote for engine and transmission problems and let the independent shops do your brake, belts and hoses, exhaust, tires, and suspension work. When a car gets titled in your name at the motor vehicle department, it gets a safety check. If that safety check says your car is ok, then Midas is just trying to make money in my opinion rather than only fix what's needed to be fixed. Preventive maintenance like filter and fluid changes are specified in your owner's manual and are the most important thing for you to spend your money on.



    http://www.iatn.net/shopfinder/Need Some car help (Brakes,rotor and serpentine belt) Please help?
    The rotors are the brake rotors, and your car probably has four, one for each wheel/brake.

    As the disc brake pads wear they also slowly wear away the rotors and will need to be replaced.

    Serpentine belt is what drives your alternator, AC, power steering and stuff like that. That shouldn't cost you more than $10-$15 or so at an autoparts store. Don't know where you live, so it's hard to say where to get the parts cheapest, but most garages don't like you bringing in your own parts.

    Changing a serpentine belt on a 03 Ford Focus?

    How much would this cost to do? Right now I have about 45k miles on the car... thanksChanging a serpentine belt on a 03 Ford Focus?
    Labor would be about equal to the cost of the part. Total about $80



    http://www.gates.com/brochure.cfm?brochuChanging a serpentine belt on a 03 Ford Focus?
    pep boys...$113.00 ....... Buy your own belt at a place similar to autozone.Go to a place that service:s auto..i.e.gas station with a bay....pay about 40.00 + about 20.00 for a good belt. good luckChanging a serpentine belt on a 03 Ford Focus?
    It you have a 1/2%26quot; ratch or barker bar, It will cost you nothing but for the parts. There is a spring tenrsor. It has a pull the belt ride on. it has a 1/2%26quot; hold for the tool. You press it away from the belt with one hand. With the other hand you remove the belt from the pulley. Let off the press on the pulley slow. Notice how the belt goes around each pulley. Put the new on in the same order. Put press on tensor pulley and put belt in place. You have replaced the belt. Otherwise it will cost a half hour to a hour in a shop. However they can tell if a pulley is going bad. The cost will be base on what shop or gas stations charge in your area.Changing a serpentine belt on a 03 Ford Focus?
    autozone.com has an online repair manual it has step by step instructions and diagrams to help you
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  • How do I change a 2000 Alero Serpentine belt?

    I looked around and I dont know how to release the tension of the belt. I see 2 bolts that hold the alternator in place thinking if i were to loosen the 1 at the pivoting point of alternator and removing 1 in the back I could rotate it. but alternator wont rotate.How do I change a 2000 Alero Serpentine belt?
    hey!!!!dude

    You don't need to do all that.



    put a socket in the center nut of the belt tensioner and push it counter clock wise.

    that gonna loose the belt.

    remove the old one and put the new one.



    P.S. You don't have the socket?no problemo, can You see that little square %26quot;hole%26quot; 3/8 by 3/8. put the 3/8 drive ratchet in itHow do I change a 2000 Alero Serpentine belt?
    are u sure that it is the right belt for the what you want



    check with yahoo for what you want

    take care

    1997 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Serpentine Belt?

    1. Step by step on how to change a serpentine belt on my car?

    or

    2. Approx how much would it cost to get it change at my local auto shop?1997 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Serpentine Belt?
    Here is the guide I use.

    First draw a diagram of the pulley locations and the routing of the belt.

    Take off the old belt - DO NOT CUT IT OFF - if you've purchased the wrong new belt your going to need the old one; aren't you?

    There is a belt tensioner pulley in there. It can be retracted using a 3/8 or 1/2'' ratchet handle. Just the handle - no socket required - there should be a square hole on the pulley bracket that the handle will fit into. This bracket has a fairly strong spring in it so be carefull.

    General rule of thumb. Grooved pulleys receive the grooved side of the belt and smooth pulleys have the smooth side of the belt run over them. Don't screw this up or you will have accessories running backwards and that not a good thing.1997 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Serpentine Belt?
    I replaced the belt on my Grand Prix GTP and took pictures of the process. Here's a step by step guide - http://www.paulstravelpictures.com/GM-Pontiac-Grand-Prix-Serpentine-Belt-Replacement-Guide/index.html

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    How to change the drive belts on a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder 3.5LV6 DOHC?

    Not quite sure where to release the tension to slip off the belts? I have changed serpentine belts before; however, never on this vehicle.How to change the drive belts on a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder 3.5LV6 DOHC?
    alright look at the A/C or Altenator, there should be 2 or 3 screws loosen them up (usually) and that will loosen the belts for you, for more info, send me an email with as much detail as possible.

    I tried to change the serpentine belt on my car, but...?

    even though i hear its pretty easy this belt that broke on my isuzu trooper 98 its goes a little inside the engine somewhere or some like that it looks like i have to take something off to do it, am i just better off taking it to a mechanic, is fo how much will it cost me to just change it if i already have the belt?I tried to change the serpentine belt on my car, but...?
    If the belt only charges your battery and ac, it is safe to drive it to the service station. You still run the risk of your battery dying though.



    If that broken belt drives your waterpump, STOP! You will overheat and damage your engine. Have it towed or fixed there.



    The belt likely drives your power steering, so consider this.I tried to change the serpentine belt on my car, but...?
    It ususally not easy and it also not cheap to get done. on my daughters 89 Chrysler lebaron it was $300 plus the beltI tried to change the serpentine belt on my car, but...?
    I believe the Trooper is a rear wheel drive car. If so the belt would be a piece of cake to change. If its front wheel drive with the engine in sideways it could be tricky-i generally just pass that off to my friend to fix when one of my front wheel drive cars snaps a fan belt.

    Regardless in either case a mechanic/garage is gonna soak you for hundreds. They are rip off artists.

    I have read this question and your other question related to this and i would like to let you know that all of these people telling you that you are gonna destroy your car by trying to drive it for 2 miles without the belt have no clue what they are talking about. If the car is cold when you first start it there is no way it could overheat within 2 miles. No way at all. I drove mine for around 7 miles the other day without the belt-did not even start to get hot. Just make it a straight trip-dont give the car time to warm up or anything. Just jump in it, start it and go. If that car would overheat and damage the engine within 2 miles i would buy you a new engine-cause i know it just cant happen. 20 miles might be pushing it--2 miles no way would it hurt anything.

    On the other hand your serpentine belt turns your alternator which keeps your battery charged. Without it your battery could go dead quite quick leaving you stranded. If your battery is good and strong it will be ok for 2 miles-regardless you might want to have someone follow you just in case.I tried to change the serpentine belt on my car, but...?
    its easy just get a wrench usually a 5/8 and the diagram is

    usually some where on the front of the engine compartment

    on top of the radiator housing.

    How do you change the serpentine belt on a 1997 Jeep Wrangler 6 cyl. with AC?

    I can figure out how to route the serpentine belt but am wondering how difficult it is and how to release the tensioner and how difficult it is to reapply that tension? Does it have to be a very specific amount of tension and how do I know when I am at that amount? I'm pretty confident about getting the belt off but don't want to be stuck with a car that I cannot put the belt back on, or properly at least. Again this is a 1997 Jeep Wrangler Sahara, 4.0 liter, Inline 6 cylinder, with air conditioning. Thanks for your help!How do you change the serpentine belt on a 1997 Jeep Wrangler 6 cyl. with AC?
    I can't remember if this has a spring loaded tensioner or a screw type tensioner. If you look at it you can easily tell. A spring loaded tensioner will have a pulley mounted on an arm that swings forward to release the belt and the screw type will have a bolt front to back that you must loosen to release the pulley inside a channel up and down and another screw that you will turn to move the pulley down to release or up to add tension to the belt. With the spring tensioner, you will need to check that the tensioner is holding the belt firmly on and the pulley turns freely. To check the tension, try twisting the belt around so the ribs face outward. You should be able to turn it some (45-90 deg) but not all the way upside down (180+ deg). If you can, the tensioner must be replaced. If it is the screw type tensioner, you need to add tension until you have the belt so you can turn it no more than 90 deg, then tighten the center screw. In either case if the tensioner pulley will not turn freely when you have the belt off you will have to replace the tensioner.
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  • Should i change my serpentine belt?

    well its got quite a few cracks on the inside, and i've noticed on crack on the outside that goes almost to both edges, from the middle of the flat side of the belt, i don't know if it's been changed in the life of the car lol, 116k miles, but i know it hasn't been in the 20k i've been driving it =p



    umm a pic of the one crack that i'm worried about would look like so, digitalized: =p



    | --- | %26lt;%26lt;how much longer do you think the belt will last?Should i change my serpentine belt?
    change it now before it leaves you stranded out on the road someplace.Should i change my serpentine belt?
    it will last a little bit longer. mine has heat cracks too.for all they cost i would change it if i were you. i,am going to change mine the first of the month. what i do i usually throw my old 1 in the trunk for an emergency.Should i change my serpentine belt?
    you should be changing it as soon as possible. The serpentine belt is only rated for 60k miles. For your own safety it is worth the $24 expense.Should i change my serpentine belt?
    id change it...or you could wait until it breaks...but you know it will break on a rainy night,,,3 am 100 miles from home...Should i change my serpentine belt?
    You could wait until you break down on the highway. Maybe a beautiful woman will stop to help you. She may be real good with wrenches if you've got the new belt in the trunk.Should i change my serpentine belt?
    why wait, they only cost $20 or so

    Changing a serpentine belt on a 1987 Chevy celebrity ?

    How do you change a serpintine belt on a 1987 celeberty. Mine broke off and I dont know how to put it back on. I do not want to take it in



    Does anyone what to do to fix it, or know where a site that tells you how to fix it,(with pictures)?Changing a serpentine belt on a 1987 Chevy celebrity ?
    You have the only celebrity left on the road.Changing a serpentine belt on a 1987 Chevy celebrity ?
    go here type in info wil help you out really not hard to doChanging a serpentine belt on a 1987 Chevy celebrity ?
    This should help. Guide and pictures are simple to use



    http://www.daycoproducts.com/daycoweb.nsChanging a serpentine belt on a 1987 Chevy celebrity ?
    go to autozone,com put your car info on top, on the left is repair info and but in belt, you will get step by step and diagram and pictures how to do it. They have this for any part they sell.

    How do I change the belts on a 2002 Toyota Sienna V6?

    I was expecting to find a single serpentine belt with an automatic tensioner pulley. I have changed serpentine belts on many models with no problem. But this Sienna has two belts, not one. One belt drives the power steering pump. The second belt drives the alternator and A/C. I don't see a tensioner pulley on either belt. Do these belts work like old-fashioned V-belts belts where you tension them by loosening something (like the alternator) and then using a pry bar to tighten the belt? I can barely see the power steering pump so it looks pretty tight, I welcome advice from anybody who knows this model. Thanks.How do I change the belts on a 2002 Toyota Sienna V6?
    loosen the 14mm bolt on top of alternator. loosen 12mm bolt below alternator sitting sideways. adjust belt tension with 10mm bolt running through previous 12mm.

    loosen 12mm bolt on top of power steering pump. underneath vehicle loosen a 12mm bolt below p/s pump pull on belt to relieve tension, and pry carefully to increase tension.

    a bit of advice when reinstalling belts, the belt tension has to be just so, too tight and you will wreck the bearings in both pump and alt., too loose and the belts will squeal they have to be just right.

    How often do i need to change the timing belt and serpentine belt on a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica?

    It currently has 43000 miles and I bought it used in May of this year.How often do i need to change the timing belt and serpentine belt on a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica?
    dealer recommendations are 50,000 for both belts serpentine you can get away with timing belt you always want to do before it breaks (around fifty thousand miles or so ) because if it brakes you are looking at bent valves and head problems which would be alot more expensive than changing the belt as a preventative maintenance itemHow often do i need to change the timing belt and serpentine belt on a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica?
    The serpentine belt runs power steering air conditioner compressor water pump and probably some thing els I'm forgeting. It should be inspected every time you change the oil. If it looks cracked it should be replaced. With 43000 miles I would replace the belt. The timing belt is another story. It should last a very long time. At least 100,000 miles. If you are not a mechanic I don't recomend doing this your self. But most manufactuers do not recomend a timing belt change untill after 100,000 miles.

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    How to change a serpentine belt in a 1999 chevey malibu?

    Look at the diagram under the hood for the correct routing of the belt. The way to remove the old one and install the new one is to relieve the pressure of the idler pulley. There will be a hex head in the center. More than likely a 14mm. or a square where a 3/8 ratchet can be inserted. Push down on the wrench or ratchet and this will relieve the tension and allow you to slip the belt off and the new one on.How to change a serpentine belt in a 1999 chevey malibu?
    look at the diagram under the hood if u need more ask meHow to change a serpentine belt in a 1999 chevey malibu?
    Be aware that it may be necessary to unbolt an engine mount to fully remove the belt. This is a the case on a different fwd GM car I own. You will need a jack to support the engine.
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  • How much does it cost to change a serpentine belt in nj?

    really depends on the make and model car. Labor wise, expect to pay between a half hour to an hour and a half. Anything longer than that, and your mechanic needs to go back to school. :P

    I have a 2005 toyota camry and I need to change the serpentine belt, how do I do that?

    to do it right...take it to the shop..I have a 2005 toyota camry and I need to change the serpentine belt, how do I do that?
    obtain replacement belt @ the dealer. release tensioner, and remove old belt. observe exact path for routing and install new belt. if this sounds too envolved, take it to the dealer and pay them to do it right.

    How to change a Serpentine belt on a 2007 Suzuki Forenza?

    If you have at lease 200 bucks then take it to a good repair shop. It take some weird tools and I couldnt even attempt to do it my self.How to change a Serpentine belt on a 2007 Suzuki Forenza?
    type into search box

    how to change a Serpentine belt

    how to change a Serpentine belt video

    how to change a Serpentine belt Suzuki Forenza

    2007 Suzuki Forenza Serpentine belt diagram





    should helpHow to change a Serpentine belt on a 2007 Suzuki Forenza?
    You had better take a good look at it and see what is in the way. I have changed a belt on a Suzuki Aerio - they are not the same necessarily - but you may have to remove an engine mount support to get to it. in that event you need a floor jack to raise the engine off the mount. then you have to rotate the tensioner back and hold it so you can get the old belt off. (assuming it is spring loaded). If you don't have a floor jack and a pretty complete set of tools - better not attempt it. Getting the motor mount re-attached and lined up is pretty tricky.

    How to change a serpentine belt on a 2007 toyota camery se?

    routing diagrams

    serpentine belt diagramHow to change a serpentine belt on a 2007 toyota camery se?
    http://www.ricksfreeautorepairadvice.comHow to change a serpentine belt on a 2007 toyota camery se?
    The simplest thing I can tell u, is buy it from Auto Zone %26amp; have them print out the diagram for u.How to change a serpentine belt on a 2007 toyota camery se?
    Look for a decal in the underside of the hood or on the radiator cover. It should have a diagram for that !How to change a serpentine belt on a 2007 toyota camery se?
    http://media.photobucket.com/image/2007%20camry%20belt%20diagram/Fabitop55/TimingBeltDiagram.jpgHow to change a serpentine belt on a 2007 toyota camery se?
    Well, you didn't list which engine you have, but I think there is only three available in that model. So here they are.....



    2.4L - 4 cyl. with electric assist.....

    http://www.gates.com/common/part_locator/view_diagram.cfm?id=S4002



    2.4 - 4 cyl.

    http://www.gates.com/common/part_locator/view_diagram.cfm?id=S6020



    3.5L 6 cyl.

    http://www.gates.com/common/part_locator/view_diagram.cfm?id=S8019How to change a serpentine belt on a 2007 toyota camery se?
    Step 1: take a digital picture(s) of the serpentine belt

    Step 2: Change the belt.



    If it's not self-evident from the picture you're not going to be able to do it without help or divine intervention (or both).

    Changing serpentine belt on a 1998 saturn?

    how do you get to the tensioner bolt no roomChanging serpentine belt on a 1998 saturn?
    If you can't get your wrench on the tensioner, then support the engine on a jack %26amp; remove the upper engine mount. Lift the engine slightly until the pulley is accessible.



    禄禄禄Changing serpentine belt on a 1998 saturn?
    try a standard comination wrench(idk the size of the wrench) and if you can get it on..you can find a pipe or somethin and you can do it from there..or you can do the same with a ratchet and socket..hope this helps?Changing serpentine belt on a 1998 saturn?
    you may have to loosen a mount and go at this from the bottom ,on some of those its easier to do that way,especially some of the 4 cylinder cars,good luck ad be careful ,make sure the car is secure before you work on it,good luck.
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  • I need a diagram on how to change my serpentine belt on my 97 mustang?

    its a v6 3.8lI need a diagram on how to change my serpentine belt on my 97 mustang?
    Heres the PDF Manual for that model. Step by step instructions...



    http://scanner-on-line08.com/scn1/?engine=%3DHQzxTzuMjQzLjE2Ny42MiZwaWQ9MzQwJnRpbWU9MTI2Mjk2MA0OaA%3DMI need a diagram on how to change my serpentine belt on my 97 mustang?
    There should be a sticker stuck to the core support under the hood!I need a diagram on how to change my serpentine belt on my 97 mustang?
    type that excat description in on image mode at google.com and you should get a diagram with everything perfcetly labeled in the right steps.

    How to change a serpentine belt on a 2000 VW bettle?

    Bring it to the dealer or a mechanic. That's a job you really don't want to screw up.How to change a serpentine belt on a 2000 VW bettle?
    Before you begin, take some pictures or make a drawing of how the belt is attached. This will save you a lot of time when putting the new belt on.



    First disconnect the air intake boot and vacuum line off the intake. Then take an adjustable wrench (crescent) and on the tensioner there is a tab sticking straight up place wrench on this and pull back to release belt tension but don't allow it to slipoff the tab. Remove belt (thats the easy part) I found if you have a helping hand it is much easier for the install. Put the belt around all the upper pullys first. Have your helper pull the tensioner back and slip the belt on the bottom pully last i mean the power steering pully the one on the bottom closest to the front of the car. reinstall hoses. Good LuckHow to change a serpentine belt on a 2000 VW bettle?
    Get in car. Start car. Drive to shop. Tell man I need belt. Go have coffee. Go back to shop. pay man. Belt changed.

    Should I go ahead and change the Serpentine belts on my car? How much?

    I have a 2001 Mazda Protege. Whenever I start the car, there is a chirping noise. A mechanic told me it was 2 belts that need replacing: the Serpentine belts. He recommended that I change them soon. But it has been 3 months since then and I have yet to change the belts. My car has been fine. It still makes the chirp noise when I start my car but runs ok. I'm leaving on a trip soon, traveling about 500 miles (round trip). Will my car make it or should I change the belt before hand. The mechanic wanted to charge me $110 for the replacement of the Serpentine belts (including installation), does that sound about right?



    Thanks, guys!Should I go ahead and change the Serpentine belts on my car? How much?
    Yes, I recommend you get them changed before you go! If a belt breaks it can leave you stranded and cause other damage to sensors or wiring when it breaks! The price of two belts is about $30 - $40, so the cost is not bad! Also get all your fluids checked, tire pressure checked, and spark plugs and air and oil filter changed if due!(check your owners manual for service intervals! Also get the water hoses checked and changed if needed, these can also leave you stranded!

    Have a safe trip!Should I go ahead and change the Serpentine belts on my car? How much?
    that price is fine.have them changed before you leave.with the heat we are having now better off to change them instead of ruining your trip with a broken belt on the side of the road.have a good trip.Should I go ahead and change the Serpentine belts on my car? How much?
    well you should deff. change them before the trip they could break and leave you beside the road.. that sounds like a reasonable price.. becuase they belts would be about 20 each and then sometimes they are in a tricky place but then again it still sounds a little high too i would check around and see if i could find a better price.. but as for replacement, yes you should deff. do it.. the reason he said they need to be replaced is becuase i would say they have cracks in them which generally is due to execcive wear.. and yes this will cause chirping.. good luck,.Should I go ahead and change the Serpentine belts on my car? How much?
    Well seeing how the belts are around $15 dollars a piece if you can find someone to do it for you that you trust it will save you a lot in labor cost. However if there are no threads showing cracking on the underside or fraying of the belt you may be able to get a can of belt dressing and spray it with that found at any local auto parts store. That should stop the noise Without looking at it myself I can not determine if they need changed but given the cars age it wouldn't hurt. Hope this helpsShould I go ahead and change the Serpentine belts on my car? How much?
    Get a can of WD40 or belt dressing %26amp; spray some lube on the belts %26amp; pulleys with the engine running in idle. Be careful %26amp; use the long nozzle, just tap the revs a little to work the lube in... now this is due to dry belts %26amp; bearings, once they're done... end of problem!Should I go ahead and change the Serpentine belts on my car? How much?
    I think it would be sensible to get the belts changed before you set off

    on your journey.What would you do if one or both of them broke after

    say 200 miles into your journey.Stranded comes to mind.$110 for

    peace of mind and knowing you will get there and back is priceless.

    How do i change the serpentine belt?

    i need step by step instructions on how to change the serpentine belt on a 91 honda accord. i have no idea of how to do it and the mechanic is tryin to charge me 50 dollars which i dont have please helpHow do i change the serpentine belt?
    I don't know why everyone (well, except JonnyBoy) thinks your '91 Accord has a Serpentine belt with an automatic tensioner, because it doesn't.



    Alternator



    1. Loosen the alternator mounting nut/bolt and through-bolts.



    2. Turn the adjusting nut until the proper belt tension is reached. Recheck the tension and readjust as required.



    3. Tighten the mounting nut/bolt to 18 ft. lbs. (26 Nm) and the through-bolts to 33 ft. lbs. (45 Nm).



    4. Start the engine and allow it to run for several minutes. Recheck the belt tension and readjust as required.



    Power Steering



    1. Loosen the pump through-bolt and nut.



    2. Turn the adjusting bolt until the desired tension is reached.



    3. Tighten the through-bolt to 33 ft. lbs. (45 Nm) and the nut to 16 ft. lbs. (22 Nm).



    4. Start the engine and turn the wheel lock-to-lock several times. Recheck the belt tension and readjust as required.



    btw, if that $50 price includes good quality belts, I'd recommend you have them do it, because the 2 belts alone run over $40 with tax.How do i change the serpentine belt?
    Even if the $50 doesn't include the belts, it is CHEAP for a mechanic.

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    How do i change the serpentine belt?
    $50 bucks shouldn't be too much to spare. If you've never changed a timing belt I wouldn't try it yourself. If you line a tooth or two up wrong, it could result in incorrect valve timing causing your valves to ram into your pistons! So by doing it yourself, your risking ruining your engine for good.How do i change the serpentine belt?
    Its easy find the tensioner ? uh... i'm not sure were its located but there is usually a nut looking deal that you need a ratchet to turn this holds the belt on the pullys with tension hens the word tensioner pully if you look at the pully's you will notice a wheel that is just there and looks like it has no purpose well anyway you push on it real hard and it should move not loosen then you take your old one off make sure to look very carefully to see how the belt loops around all the pullys there is always a guide under the hood on a sticker that shows you the route of the belt so anyway put the new one in place and you will have to put force on the tensioner pully again to give you room to finish the last of the routing release tension and there you go your all done it's really not that hard but much easier if you have seen it done before if you cant find the location of the tensioner go to an auto parts store and ask if they can show you were it is they are usually pretty helpfull with info. like thatHow do i change the serpentine belt?
    I have no idea where the first person pulled his answer from but it isn't even close! You asked how to change a serpentine belt which has nothing to do with a timing belt which turns the camshaft.



    The problem is without a serpentine belt and the tools to do the work $50.00 isn't a bad deal, particularly when the belt costs between $30.- $35.00.How do i change the serpentine belt?
    50 bucks isn't bad. First off you have to release tension on the system (i.e. at the tensioner pulley bracket)...it's different on some cars. Some actually can be released pushing on the bracket flare with simple open end wrench (mainly modern gm), others require (or makes it easier to do) a serpentine %26quot;bar%26quot; which costs around 30 bucks. You release the tension with one hand and pull the belt off the tensioner with the other hand. Then you thread the new serpentine over all the pulleys in the factory orientation (again...different on different cars) and use the serpentine bar again to release the tension and pull the belt over the tensioner. Visually check to make sure it's on the grooves properly and voila...you're done.



    The other way is to remove the alternator or possibly the condenser to release the tension which is stupid and takes longer but works. Then route the belt, then put the belt on the removed part's pulley and bolt it in.



    I take no responsibility for anything you do and mess up. I suggest either sucking it up and go to the shop and pay for it...or if the belt isn't shredded/broken...run with it until it breaks (check it every time you drive it). When it breaks your water pump won't work neither will your alternator and condenser.



    [edit: if no automatic tensioner...you shouldn't touch it...]

    Any idea how much it will cost to have my serpentine belt changed on a 2002 Sunfire?

    It's not broken, just shiny . And it's a 2.2 non-ecotec.Any idea how much it will cost to have my serpentine belt changed on a 2002 Sunfire?
    Look into doing it yourself - it is not very difficult on most cars. The belt itself will be cheaper from an auto parts store than what a mechanic would charge you. Check out the step by step instructions:

    http://www.ehow.com/how_4793280_change-s

    I have done it myself - just be sure you follow the routing diagram.Any idea how much it will cost to have my serpentine belt changed on a 2002 Sunfire?
    most places around me will charge $100 to $120 to replace a belt.



    you can do it yourself for $20-40.
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  • How to change a serpentine belt in pontiac grand prix gtp?

    There should be a diagram under the hood showing the belt route.if not, draw your own picture.I would think installig the belt would be similar to most engines.most require a stout ratchet and socket to turn the spring loaded idler to allow you to bot remove and install.Another person is a great help as it is difficult to do both as the idler is tough to turn.

    How do you change a serpentine belt on a '01 Jetta 1.8t?

    Please list the tools that are needed for this project and include pics if you have them.



    DO NOT ANSWER WITH THE SUGGESTION OF TAKING IT TO A MECHANIC TO FIX.



    Thank you all for your help!How do you change a serpentine belt on a %26039;01 Jetta 1.8t?
    Here is a DIY for the timing belt which goes through removing the accessory belt (serpentine Belt) This belt really isn't all that hard.



    http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2840728





    Make sure you get a new tensioner when you get the belt.



    Hope it helps!How do you change a serpentine belt on a %26039;01 Jetta 1.8t?
    Your belt is two sided and requires just simple serpentine

    installation tool available at your local parts store or sears...How do you change a serpentine belt on a %26039;01 Jetta 1.8t?
    I have a '02 Jetta with the 2.0 liter, if its laid out anything like mine you will need a 15mm open-end wrench, and a really stiff piece of wire (for this I used a small allen key). On top of the belt tensioner is a square protrusion, slip the open-end wrench on it to swing the tensioner, and release the tension of the belt. There is a small hole in the tensioner arm, and one in the tensioner housing, turn the tensioner with the wrench until these two holes line up, then insert the wire through the holes to lock the tensioner in place. Remove the belt, be sure to note how the belt is routed, draw a diagram if necessary. Put the new belt on, swing the tensioner a little bit to remove the wire, then slowly let the tensioner apply tension to the belt. After the belt is installed, give the engine a few quick cranks to make certain the belt is seated, when everything looks good, start the engine.

    How do i change the serpentine belt for my air conditioner on a 1999 honda civic?

    im not sure which pulley to looosen, when i tried to loosen the main pulley it just keeps turnin, im not sure how to go about itHow do i change the serpentine belt for my air conditioner on a 1999 honda civic?
    Look For A Smooth Pulley On The Belt Routing Usually It Has A Bolt Or Place In It To Pry Away From Belt Make Sure It Isn't The Water Pump You Pry On

    Is there a website or other reference that tells step by step how to change a serpentine belt on a 2003 Camry?

    Follow the diagram under the hood. And use a ratchet to pry the tensioner to give enough slack in the belt to get it off ans again to get it back on. On some cars you need to remove the front tire to reach all of the pulleys.Is there a website or other reference that tells step by step how to change a serpentine belt on a 2003 Camry?
    you can get a Haynes or Chilton book at you local parts store. it will help you with a lot of maintenance on the car

    How to change the serpentine belt on a 1997 buick skylark?

    there will be one pulley that will loosen up and allow you slack to take off the old one and in stall the new one. usually it is the alternator. there should be a picture under the hood to show you how to route the new belt. then tighten the belt by tighentening the slack on the alternator ( if it is the pivot pulley) and using a pry bar or a bar of some sort tighten the belt up and while holding pressure tighten up the bolts on the alternator. don't over tighten the belt or you ll be replacing a pulley in a few weeks.How to change the serpentine belt on a 1997 buick skylark?
    First you need to buy a serpentine tension release tool. A standard wrench will not work well. Once you have the tension released from the belt it will slip off of the pulleys. There is a diagram of the belt installation under the hood. Follow these instructions to install the new belt.How to change the serpentine belt on a 1997 buick skylark?
    there should be a belt tensioner, you should be able to pull up on the belt and see it move, most of the time there will be a 3/8 square that you can put a ratchet in, push the direction that will release the tension, when installing the new belt i find it easier to put the belt over the alternator last because you'll have to do it while pushing the tensioner
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  • I need some advice on how to change a serpentine belt on a 1999 Plymouth Voyager. Is there some trick to it?

    make sure you change the water pump at same timeI need some advice on how to change a serpentine belt on a 1999 Plymouth Voyager. Is there some trick to it?
    The tensioner is REAL tricky to get to loosen from the top-'way easier from the bottom.I need some advice on how to change a serpentine belt on a 1999 Plymouth Voyager. Is there some trick to it?
    Those belts are a pain. While you are at the shop and it on the lift, I usually have a technician sit in the engine compartment then lift the vehicle on a lift, then a guy at the bottom can work with the tensioner while the guy at the top can line up all top pullies, we have it down to about 4 minutes from start to finish good luck.

    How to change a serpentine belt on a 2000 ford f 150 6 cyl. 4.2?

    I know there is a tensioner but is it spring loaded? if not how do u get it to loosen so that u can? This one seems to be froze up or something and i dont want to brake the bolt if its just cause im not doing something wrightHow to change a serpentine belt on a 2000 ford f 150 6 cyl. 4.2?
    most Fords have a bolt on the tensioner that when released goes %26quot;boing%26quot; and releases the belt. Find a bolt and undo it.. if that doesn't work tighten it up again and try another.



    You dont %26quot;adjust%26quot; the tensioner when the belts back in as such.. The tensioner has a spring in it that does the job for you.



    Once the belt is off, look at the tensioner. You'll see that you can wind up the spring then lock it temporarily with the bolt. Then when you fit the new belt, you just release the bolt again and it tensions itself up.



    It is a lot harder to explain than to do. Take a photo of the belt before you take it off. Them suckers can be real confusing to thread back the correct way

    How to change a serpentine belt on a 1995 bonneville?

    its a pain in the *** cause you'll have to take the front motor mount off to remove the belt plus support the engine with a floor jack its a *****!!! but it can be doneHow to change a serpentine belt on a 1995 bonneville?
    Not being with this vehicle. look and make a drawing of how it came off.You will have to loosen something to loosen it enough to get it off.this might be the alternator, power steering pump. an idler or something that keeps the belt tight. You will see an elongated slot with a bolt through it and that will be it.You will need to loosen bolts at each end.

    When you put the new belt on don't tighten it too tight, take your finger and push down on the belt, it should give about one half inch.

    Sometimes you can go to a parts place and they will either replace it or show you how to do it.Good luckHow to change a serpentine belt on a 1995 bonneville?
    This pontiac has an idler pulley you have to move this in and carefully remove the belt, this part is fairly simple. GET HELP to replace with new belt.How to change a serpentine belt on a 1995 bonneville?
    On some of the mid 90's 3.8 engines, you have to remove part of the engine mount to replace the belt.How to change a serpentine belt on a 1995 bonneville?
    just look at the little sticker under the hood ,,it tells you,,and shows you the diagram of how it goes back on,,and its a lot easier to follow it,,when your looking at it,,i own a repair shop,,and its hard to tell you without being there,,the sticker will do this providing it is still there,,good luck with it,,i hope it help,s.How to change a serpentine belt on a 1995 bonneville?
    its easy on the bottom left there is a pully it take a 3/8 drive turn it to the righ to lose the tennsionar on the belt then take the side on the altarnato then the fan and the a/c and thats it when puting back the new on start from the fan to a/c then alt. and then the pully.