I have a 2000 olds silhouette, runs perfect until the serpentine belt started fouling up. it appears all pulleys are great, no brackets in the way, belt in line with pulleys, I even changed the tensioner system, it didn't make a difference, the belt still messed up.What could make something like this happen? Help....I need answers!
I've replaced my serpentine belt 3 times now and the belt keeps shredding. Pulleys are all good. Why is that?
I think it is likely that the belt is not being installed with the correct tension.
I've replaced my serpentine belt 3 times now and the belt keeps shredding. Pulleys are all good. Why is that?
whats probably happening is one of the pulleys is slightly off a little ,not enough to notice,but when its running ,this causes it to come a tooth over and it shred's the edges of the belt causing it to break,i just got done doing a Chevy truck that the guy had put 5 belts on,and he refused to believe he had a warped pulley until i showed it to him,now it doesn't do it any more,you can put them on strait,but if all the pulleys aren't perfect on them it will fray the edges of the belt up real bad,good luck with it.
Check that all of your pulleys except for the bottom one are spinning freely. the most likely is that your AC compressor is locked up to check this turn the key on engine off and put your AC on max. This will engage the clutch you should be able to turn the pulley with some effort.
1; Wrong belt
2; Check closer with a straight edge and then watch while it is running, something is out of line.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Serpentine belt problem?
Last week I changed the serpentine belt on my 96 mercury sable. But before I changed it, I noticed the fabric on the bottom of the hood was ripped above where the belt is. When I changed it, I also noticed the notch on the bottom of the belt that is the most far from the engine was gone. When I was driving today, my car made a strange noise. I pulled over, and saw it was the same part of the new belt had broken and was slapping everything in its way when it made its rounds, including the fabric. So I know the problem has been around for a while, and I want to fix it before I have to change it again. (I changed it today)
Serpentine belt problem?
The belt tensioner may be going bad, it is spring loaded, and may be causing the belt to ride off of track. You have a pulley that is out of line with the rest of them. Take the belt off and look at each pulley in the system. See if one is loose, maybe caused by a bad bearing, causing the belt ot pull to the side.
Serpentine belt problem?
Either one of the accessories has been installed off center (alternator, ac pump, power steering) or one of the pullys is too small. Ive gotten the wrong size pully on a new alternator before.
one of the pulleys has a spot on it that is chewing away at the belt. you need to run your finger around all the pulleys and find the rough spot and either file it down or replace the pulley .
One of the pullys is damaged. Take the belt off and inspect each one. Good Luck!
Look like one of the pulleys has sharp edge and destroying your belt.Take flashlight and examine really close every pulley that belt touching.Also check alignment of the pulleys.I am sure you'll find some abnormalities.Good luck.
Don't really understand the question you're asking here, but suffice it to say, if it's just part of the serpentine belt's track
were talking about here that's causing problems it shouldn't be that expensive to fix, and it sounds like you're gonna need to anyway. So just ask around and get some estimates. good luck.
May I add one thing, while you are working on the belt and pulleys? If you have a 3.0 24V DOHC and haven't changed the water pump here is your chance. My wife's 96 Sable, about 2 years ago broke the water pump propellor into 3 pieces. Left her stranded, and I really couldn't tell what the problem was until after I had rebuilt the whole engine. Then I found there was no water pumping, $2000 later. The replacement changes the outer shell and the propellor, also the pulley as it unbolts and the pump assembly comes apart into two halves and you just bolt the new half back together. Easy enough preventive maint., for such a bad result in the end... Pump half costs $75 at Advance Auto... If yours is a OHV engine then disreguard above...
I had this same problem on my '89 Taurus with the 3.8, and I was mystified by the cause, and amazed by how simple it was to detect once I saw a former co-worker diagnose the problem. Grab a flashlight, and with the engine running, look for any pulleys that wobble. My problem turned out to be a loose idler pulley because the bolt hole in the bracket was stripped. We removed the PS pump and the bracket with the stripped hole, and heli-coiled it with a repair kit from an auto parts store.
Serpentine belt problem?
The belt tensioner may be going bad, it is spring loaded, and may be causing the belt to ride off of track. You have a pulley that is out of line with the rest of them. Take the belt off and look at each pulley in the system. See if one is loose, maybe caused by a bad bearing, causing the belt ot pull to the side.
Serpentine belt problem?
Either one of the accessories has been installed off center (alternator, ac pump, power steering) or one of the pullys is too small. Ive gotten the wrong size pully on a new alternator before.
one of the pulleys has a spot on it that is chewing away at the belt. you need to run your finger around all the pulleys and find the rough spot and either file it down or replace the pulley .
One of the pullys is damaged. Take the belt off and inspect each one. Good Luck!
Look like one of the pulleys has sharp edge and destroying your belt.Take flashlight and examine really close every pulley that belt touching.Also check alignment of the pulleys.I am sure you'll find some abnormalities.Good luck.
Don't really understand the question you're asking here, but suffice it to say, if it's just part of the serpentine belt's track
were talking about here that's causing problems it shouldn't be that expensive to fix, and it sounds like you're gonna need to anyway. So just ask around and get some estimates. good luck.
May I add one thing, while you are working on the belt and pulleys? If you have a 3.0 24V DOHC and haven't changed the water pump here is your chance. My wife's 96 Sable, about 2 years ago broke the water pump propellor into 3 pieces. Left her stranded, and I really couldn't tell what the problem was until after I had rebuilt the whole engine. Then I found there was no water pumping, $2000 later. The replacement changes the outer shell and the propellor, also the pulley as it unbolts and the pump assembly comes apart into two halves and you just bolt the new half back together. Easy enough preventive maint., for such a bad result in the end... Pump half costs $75 at Advance Auto... If yours is a OHV engine then disreguard above...
I had this same problem on my '89 Taurus with the 3.8, and I was mystified by the cause, and amazed by how simple it was to detect once I saw a former co-worker diagnose the problem. Grab a flashlight, and with the engine running, look for any pulleys that wobble. My problem turned out to be a loose idler pulley because the bolt hole in the bracket was stripped. We removed the PS pump and the bracket with the stripped hole, and heli-coiled it with a repair kit from an auto parts store.
HOW DO i CHANGE THE SERPENTINE BELT TENSIONER?
2004 toy carolla S
HOW DO i CHANGE THE SERPENTINE BELT TENSIONER?
there is a bolt that holds it to the engine, just take the bolt out and it will come off the engine.
HOW DO i CHANGE THE SERPENTINE BELT TENSIONER?
un screw it from that bolt that holds it on.... try alldata if u have a frind who has it it will tell you there or you can try auto zone sometimes they have them ( they are limited on cars so they might have it )
maby just 1 bolt if you can see it
Loosen the bolt. On some cars they have reversed threads.
Most auto parts store has the tension part.
why are you changing the tensioner on a 2004 car. There is no reason to change it out unless its making noise. If you think its high time or something like that, your mistaken. Otherwise, get a Haynes manual from auto zone. (or alldata like another person suggests, but it costs, $26.95) If you get the Haynes, and don't want to buy it, just memorize the procedures and put the book back on the shelf, go home and do the procedure.how do i setup my tv tuner card asp hosting
HOW DO i CHANGE THE SERPENTINE BELT TENSIONER?
there is a bolt that holds it to the engine, just take the bolt out and it will come off the engine.
HOW DO i CHANGE THE SERPENTINE BELT TENSIONER?
un screw it from that bolt that holds it on.... try alldata if u have a frind who has it it will tell you there or you can try auto zone sometimes they have them ( they are limited on cars so they might have it )
maby just 1 bolt if you can see it
Loosen the bolt. On some cars they have reversed threads.
Most auto parts store has the tension part.
why are you changing the tensioner on a 2004 car. There is no reason to change it out unless its making noise. If you think its high time or something like that, your mistaken. Otherwise, get a Haynes manual from auto zone. (or alldata like another person suggests, but it costs, $26.95) If you get the Haynes, and don't want to buy it, just memorize the procedures and put the book back on the shelf, go home and do the procedure.
Have you heard of a serpentine belt in Toyota Rav4?
During an oil change, I was told to replace the serpentine belt in my 6 yr. old Toyota Rav 4. I haven't had the money; therefore, I have not replaced it yet. I have already driven additional 3,000 miles and nothing is really going on with my car. Should I worry about the belt or the mechanic just wanted to cheat me?
Have you heard of a serpentine belt in Toyota Rav4?
Well you need your belt for your car to run because it powers other things under the hood,
Have a friend that knows something about cars look at it, if its cracked or missing pieces on it, its a sign that it needs replacing.
Replacing it will avoid a breakdown when the belt snaps
If it snaps, you will lose power steering and steering wheel will get hard to turn and your engine might shut off, because the alternator wont be running anymore to supply power to the spark plugs and battery
So yeah, it'll run, but have a friend look at it as soon as possible
In case it snaps, use your brakes and hazard lights and pull over to the nearest shopping center or the edge of the road and call a tow truck or a friend to fix it.
Have you heard of a serpentine belt in Toyota Rav4?
serpentine belt is the glorified name for the %26quot;Fan Belt%26quot; no longer used for the fan so they gave it a new name.
I am so sorry that you have to wonder if a mechanic is trying to cheat you. Please let me try to help with that feeling. I am an ASE certified master tech and also an ASE certified L1 advanced tech. I have been doing this for 30 years and it really troubles me that so many people worry so much that they are getting ripped off by an underhanded mechanic.
The truth is in 30 years and working with a lot of people, I have never really met a professional that intentionally intended to rip someone off, most really want to help. The problem is that 90 percent of the people in the industry today are incompetent. They really don't know much more than you do but their foolish pride gets in the way and they screw something up. Then the customer that trusted them feels they got ripped off.
When someone in high school gets in lots of trouble they get stuck in auto shop and it all starts there. Most of those people can't even read much less comprehend what they are trying to read. The repair industry is a mess and the consumer has to pay the price of incompetence.
When you look for a shop don't go to a quickie lube place, find a real auto shop that employs ASE certified mechanics that have proved what they can do, and don't listen to the ding dongs that say it doesn't matter on paper because it does. You can't even get ASE certified unless you can prove you have the hands on experience, and ASE is very strict about that. The ding dongs that tell you different don't even know that because they are part of the problem.
As far as the belt is concerned, it can be pricey but should be a simple repair and could leave you stranded if something goes wrong. Get it taken care of, and not at a quick lube joint, a pretty smart friend could do that one or have a real ASE shop take care of it and build a trusting relationship with them. Ask around to see if people have had a good experience somewhere and try them. Although it can be expensive in the long run it is well worth it to have a shop you trust that knows your vehicle and its history. Price shopping will end up leaving you stranded a lot more often and thats not worth it. Be late to many times or not show and your fired.
And look at this other post about just what I was talking about.
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;鈥?/a>
The incompetence is overwhelming. Cars today are rocket science and have enough strands of wire in them to reach the moon. They are more complicated than the rockets that put people on the moon and the ding dongs are destroying the industry for their own personal pride.
Yes you do have a serpentine belt. It powers all the accessories like power steering, charging system, air conditioning, etc. Whether you actually need a belt depends on how worn it is. All serpentine belts get cracks in the ribs as they age. That alone is not a reason to change them. But if you have cracks in 3 or more ribs in a 1-inch area, then you're driving on borrowed time.
If it breaks, you lose power steering, charging, and a/c. A tow will cost far more than the belt replacement. AND, you WILL have to replace it eventually.
Have you heard of a serpentine belt in Toyota Rav4?
Well you need your belt for your car to run because it powers other things under the hood,
Have a friend that knows something about cars look at it, if its cracked or missing pieces on it, its a sign that it needs replacing.
Replacing it will avoid a breakdown when the belt snaps
If it snaps, you will lose power steering and steering wheel will get hard to turn and your engine might shut off, because the alternator wont be running anymore to supply power to the spark plugs and battery
So yeah, it'll run, but have a friend look at it as soon as possible
In case it snaps, use your brakes and hazard lights and pull over to the nearest shopping center or the edge of the road and call a tow truck or a friend to fix it.
Have you heard of a serpentine belt in Toyota Rav4?
serpentine belt is the glorified name for the %26quot;Fan Belt%26quot; no longer used for the fan so they gave it a new name.
I am so sorry that you have to wonder if a mechanic is trying to cheat you. Please let me try to help with that feeling. I am an ASE certified master tech and also an ASE certified L1 advanced tech. I have been doing this for 30 years and it really troubles me that so many people worry so much that they are getting ripped off by an underhanded mechanic.
The truth is in 30 years and working with a lot of people, I have never really met a professional that intentionally intended to rip someone off, most really want to help. The problem is that 90 percent of the people in the industry today are incompetent. They really don't know much more than you do but their foolish pride gets in the way and they screw something up. Then the customer that trusted them feels they got ripped off.
When someone in high school gets in lots of trouble they get stuck in auto shop and it all starts there. Most of those people can't even read much less comprehend what they are trying to read. The repair industry is a mess and the consumer has to pay the price of incompetence.
When you look for a shop don't go to a quickie lube place, find a real auto shop that employs ASE certified mechanics that have proved what they can do, and don't listen to the ding dongs that say it doesn't matter on paper because it does. You can't even get ASE certified unless you can prove you have the hands on experience, and ASE is very strict about that. The ding dongs that tell you different don't even know that because they are part of the problem.
As far as the belt is concerned, it can be pricey but should be a simple repair and could leave you stranded if something goes wrong. Get it taken care of, and not at a quick lube joint, a pretty smart friend could do that one or have a real ASE shop take care of it and build a trusting relationship with them. Ask around to see if people have had a good experience somewhere and try them. Although it can be expensive in the long run it is well worth it to have a shop you trust that knows your vehicle and its history. Price shopping will end up leaving you stranded a lot more often and thats not worth it. Be late to many times or not show and your fired.
And look at this other post about just what I was talking about.
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;鈥?/a>
The incompetence is overwhelming. Cars today are rocket science and have enough strands of wire in them to reach the moon. They are more complicated than the rockets that put people on the moon and the ding dongs are destroying the industry for their own personal pride.
Yes you do have a serpentine belt. It powers all the accessories like power steering, charging system, air conditioning, etc. Whether you actually need a belt depends on how worn it is. All serpentine belts get cracks in the ribs as they age. That alone is not a reason to change them. But if you have cracks in 3 or more ribs in a 1-inch area, then you're driving on borrowed time.
If it breaks, you lose power steering, charging, and a/c. A tow will cost far more than the belt replacement. AND, you WILL have to replace it eventually.
How do you change a serpentine belt on a 1997 jeep grand cherokee six (4.0)?
There is a tensioner pulley on the top of the engine. My suggestion is, if there is no diagram sticker on the hood or radiator mount, take a photo of the engine before you remove the old belt. Or you can purchase a repair manual from your nearest auto parts store.
You will pull on the tension pulley and the belt will be easier to remove. Then let the tension release on the pulley, install the new belt and pull the tension pulley and do the final install and release the pulley.
How do you change a serpentine belt on a 1997 jeep grand cherokee six (4.0)?
usually you loosen the alternator, it is adjustable so you can get the belt off, then put the new belt on and reposition the alternator.
You will pull on the tension pulley and the belt will be easier to remove. Then let the tension release on the pulley, install the new belt and pull the tension pulley and do the final install and release the pulley.
How do you change a serpentine belt on a 1997 jeep grand cherokee six (4.0)?
usually you loosen the alternator, it is adjustable so you can get the belt off, then put the new belt on and reposition the alternator.
I just changed out the serpentine belt hoping it would stop the squealing and it hasn't what else could it be?
Most likely the belt tensioner has gone bad. Either the spring in it is getting weak, or the bearings are getting bad. Sometimes the tensioner arm starts to wear, and it will let the pulley get out of alignment.
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Take a look at it for alignment problems while the belt is on, and if that looks ok, take the belt back off and check the bearings in that and all the other devices that the belt runs.
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I just changed out the serpentine belt hoping it would stop the squealing and it hasn't what else could it be?
pulleys
I just changed out the serpentine belt hoping it would stop the squealing and it hasn't what else could it be?
the belt tensioner is done and loose, or its your A/C compressor gong bad on its bearings!!
What kind of car?
Does it have an automatic tension er?
It is very possibly a pulley that you hear squeeling. It isn't really the belt that squeels anyway. it is the bearings on the pulley.
Look at the belt tensioner. If it is worn, it is not pulling the belt with enough force.
your tensioner has gone bad. you must replace the tensioner...not the pully but the actual tensioner the spring loaded part. Been there done that several times I work in a garage and trust me that is the problem
The same thing happened to me, it was the tensioner, take the belt back off and check all the pulleys. Mine was a ford explorer
more than likely its a pulley most of the time it is the smooth pulleys that make noise.
alternator bearings
waterpump bushing
a/c compressor
belt tensioner
if its a buick it will never stop mine has done that for 3 years
idler tension spring, or the idler pulley bearing.
A/C compressor bearing.
You will need to change your belt tensioner its bearing is wearing out.
don't do this because it wont work, and my recommendation is spray armorall on the belts (it could be the pulley is glazed), if this doesn't stop the squeak then it is the bearings in the pulleys....
http://www.armorall.com/
David M is right, my recommendation is a band-aid to 16 stitch gash...
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Take a look at it for alignment problems while the belt is on, and if that looks ok, take the belt back off and check the bearings in that and all the other devices that the belt runs.
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I just changed out the serpentine belt hoping it would stop the squealing and it hasn't what else could it be?
pulleys
I just changed out the serpentine belt hoping it would stop the squealing and it hasn't what else could it be?
the belt tensioner is done and loose, or its your A/C compressor gong bad on its bearings!!
What kind of car?
Does it have an automatic tension er?
It is very possibly a pulley that you hear squeeling. It isn't really the belt that squeels anyway. it is the bearings on the pulley.
Look at the belt tensioner. If it is worn, it is not pulling the belt with enough force.
your tensioner has gone bad. you must replace the tensioner...not the pully but the actual tensioner the spring loaded part. Been there done that several times I work in a garage and trust me that is the problem
The same thing happened to me, it was the tensioner, take the belt back off and check all the pulleys. Mine was a ford explorer
more than likely its a pulley most of the time it is the smooth pulleys that make noise.
alternator bearings
waterpump bushing
a/c compressor
belt tensioner
if its a buick it will never stop mine has done that for 3 years
idler tension spring, or the idler pulley bearing.
A/C compressor bearing.
You will need to change your belt tensioner its bearing is wearing out.
don't do this because it wont work, and my recommendation is spray armorall on the belts (it could be the pulley is glazed), if this doesn't stop the squeak then it is the bearings in the pulleys....
http://www.armorall.com/
David M is right, my recommendation is a band-aid to 16 stitch gash...
97 nissan 200sx serpentine belt broke, I changed it, now its not cranking.?
97 Nissan 200sx 1.6 litter.
I went to crank my car this morning and it squealed very load and smoke started to come from the passenger side under the hood. i shut off the engine and lifted the hood where i found my serpentine belt broke. this car has 2 belts and the one that broke goes to the power steering and water pump. With all this said, i changed the belt and tried to crank.... it turns over and and then smuters a little bit like it might crank but it want. Any ideas what i need to do or what might have happened. Thank you!
97 nissan 200sx serpentine belt broke, I changed it, now its not cranking.?
the belt may run the air conditioner compressor and this unit may have seized, pulley stuck,this could have burned the belt off
maybe the water pump seized and burned the belt off
check all pulleys for rotating
I went to crank my car this morning and it squealed very load and smoke started to come from the passenger side under the hood. i shut off the engine and lifted the hood where i found my serpentine belt broke. this car has 2 belts and the one that broke goes to the power steering and water pump. With all this said, i changed the belt and tried to crank.... it turns over and and then smuters a little bit like it might crank but it want. Any ideas what i need to do or what might have happened. Thank you!
97 nissan 200sx serpentine belt broke, I changed it, now its not cranking.?
the belt may run the air conditioner compressor and this unit may have seized, pulley stuck,this could have burned the belt off
maybe the water pump seized and burned the belt off
check all pulleys for rotating
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.whipped cream stiff excel
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.
How do i change the serpentine belt on a dodge neon 2000?
you should be able to loosen up one of the accessory drive pulleys to remove tension from the belt. then remove the old one, put the new one on, and tighten everything back up.
How do i change the serpentine belt on a dodge neon 2000?
The 2000 Neon, of which I have one, does not have a serpentine belt. It has two accessory belts. Get a repair manual at AutoZone or similar place which will show all of the steps.
How do i change the serpentine belt on a dodge neon 2000?
The 2000 Neon, of which I have one, does not have a serpentine belt. It has two accessory belts. Get a repair manual at AutoZone or similar place which will show all of the steps.
Serpentine belt change on a '93 GMC Sonoma?
No air conditioning, I already have the replacement. I know where the belt goes, it just won't stretch enough. Is there any sort of trick with the tensioner, or any way to get good leverage? The tensioner assembly looks a lot more complicated than it is, and I think it might do something.
Serpentine belt change on a '93 GMC Sonoma?
There is a small square cut into the tensioner, use a ratchet with no socket on it.
Also, it the belt is off a rib on one of the pulleys, it'll shorten up quite a bit. Of course, you may also have the wrong belt or may not have routed it correctly.
Serpentine belt change on a '93 GMC Sonoma?
are you sure u have the correct belt,it should be part #938k6 if thats the one you have then xchange it 4 part # 940k6 its a bit longer?good luck
Serpentine belt change on a '93 GMC Sonoma?
There is a small square cut into the tensioner, use a ratchet with no socket on it.
Also, it the belt is off a rib on one of the pulleys, it'll shorten up quite a bit. Of course, you may also have the wrong belt or may not have routed it correctly.
Serpentine belt change on a '93 GMC Sonoma?
are you sure u have the correct belt,it should be part #938k6 if thats the one you have then xchange it 4 part # 940k6 its a bit longer?good luck
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. thanks
Need 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.
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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.
Need 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.
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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.
How do I adjust the belt tensioner in my 2000 Jeep Wrangler?
I need to change my serpentine belt. How do I change the pressure the tensioner puts on the belt so I can remove and replace it?
How do I adjust the belt tensioner in my 2000 Jeep Wrangler?
put a wrench on the end of the tensioner or some tensioners have a 3/8's%26quot; breaker bar hole at the top of it, whichever you have you need to move the tensioner either left or right to loosen the belt to be able to take it off, there is quite a bit of tension on the tensioner so it will take a little muscle to move it.
How do I adjust the belt tensioner in my 2000 Jeep Wrangler?
You don't it pivot's one way than you remove the belt idlers and tensions wear out if they never been changed replace both or you will be on the road doing it.Oh one more thing if your vehicle is missing the tag for how the belt is installed draw a diagram its easy to screw this up.
How do I adjust the belt tensioner in my 2000 Jeep Wrangler?
put a wrench on the end of the tensioner or some tensioners have a 3/8's%26quot; breaker bar hole at the top of it, whichever you have you need to move the tensioner either left or right to loosen the belt to be able to take it off, there is quite a bit of tension on the tensioner so it will take a little muscle to move it.
How do I adjust the belt tensioner in my 2000 Jeep Wrangler?
You don't it pivot's one way than you remove the belt idlers and tensions wear out if they never been changed replace both or you will be on the road doing it.Oh one more thing if your vehicle is missing the tag for how the belt is installed draw a diagram its easy to screw this up.
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 belt
How 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!!pets ittwit
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 belt
How 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!!
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.
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.
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...
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.
why wait, they only cost $20 or so
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.
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.
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...
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.
why wait, they only cost $20 or so
Can i use a ratchet to change my serpentine belt?
i've got a 94 mustang gt, v8 with air conditioning, it's my first time attempting to change a belt, and i've noticed the tensioner thing has this square hole in it. all the videos i've seen say it can be done with just a ratchet, but i'm a little concerned about turning that bolt counter-clockwise, as this might loosen it? can someone with experience give me some tips on this?
Can i use a ratchet to change my serpentine belt?
Yeah, your 5.0L is really easy to work on. Just put a 3/8 inch ratchet into the hole and pull to release the tention. Make sure your new belt is seated properly on all pulleys before start up and while you have the belt off......spin all the pulleys, if any are loud replace them.
Can i use a ratchet to change my serpentine belt?
that or a pull bar anything with square head
Can i use a ratchet to change my serpentine belt?
Yeah, your 5.0L is really easy to work on. Just put a 3/8 inch ratchet into the hole and pull to release the tention. Make sure your new belt is seated properly on all pulleys before start up and while you have the belt off......spin all the pulleys, if any are loud replace them.
Can i use a ratchet to change my serpentine belt?
that or a pull bar anything with square head
How does one change serpentine belts?
It's just a matter of putting a wrench/breaker bar on bolt of tensioner and moving it so as to release tension on belt. Be sure to make a sketch of the belt route for when installing the new one. Make sure tensioner rotates smoothly and has no play before installing belt.
How does one change serpentine belts?
t's just a matter of putting a wrench/breaker bar on bolt of tensioner and moving it so as to release tension on belt. Be sure to make a sketch of the belt route for when installing the new one. Make sure tensioner rotates smoothly and has no play before installing belt.
How does one change serpentine belts?
t's just a matter of putting a wrench/breaker bar on bolt of tensioner and moving it so as to release tension on belt. Be sure to make a sketch of the belt route for when installing the new one. Make sure tensioner rotates smoothly and has no play before installing belt.
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.
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.
look for the idler pully
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 belt
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.
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.
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.
look for the idler pully
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 belt
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.
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.
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,.
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 helps
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!
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.creating file guy myspace
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.
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,.
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 helps
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!
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.
I have a 1991 buick century and I just changed the Harmonic Balance. After I put back the serpentine belt, ?
my car would not start at all. A friend of mine told me to take back off the serpentine belt and try to start it, and it didn't start then either. Any suggestions?!?!
I have a 1991 buick century and I just changed the Harmonic Balance. After I put back the serpentine belt, ?
do you have trouble parking? I heard that buicks are hard to turn...
I have a 1991 buick century and I just changed the Harmonic Balance. After I put back the serpentine belt, ?
Did you damage or unplug the crankshaft position sensor while doing this???
the harmonic balancer has to be set properly with the sensor or it will not start.
it,s probably the same as my 88 olds. when you change the balancer you have to alighn the fins on the balancer between the crank sensor. if the keyway isn,t there then when you cranked the engine you ruined the sensor. make sure the damper is alighned with the keyway.
I have a 1991 buick century and I just changed the Harmonic Balance. After I put back the serpentine belt, ?
do you have trouble parking? I heard that buicks are hard to turn...
I have a 1991 buick century and I just changed the Harmonic Balance. After I put back the serpentine belt, ?
Did you damage or unplug the crankshaft position sensor while doing this???
the harmonic balancer has to be set properly with the sensor or it will not start.
it,s probably the same as my 88 olds. when you change the balancer you have to alighn the fins on the balancer between the crank sensor. if the keyway isn,t there then when you cranked the engine you ruined the sensor. make sure the damper is alighned with the keyway.
Is a Timing belt same as a serpentine belt?
when my wife went to the KIA dealership they wanted to charge her $400 for a timing belt install, told her it was also called a serpentine belt, but actually I'm not sure, that's why I'm asking. I thought most newer cars had only a serpentine belt these days. Is $400 the going rate on an import? Wouldn't a belt change be in most tune ups? sounds like the dealer is overcharging as always. Thanks.
Is a Timing belt same as a serpentine belt?
Simple answer no.
==== DETAIL ====
Timing belt drives the cams (the valves that opens and closes to let the pistons of your engine breath). Often timing belt will also drive the water pump (but not always).
The serpentine belt drives everything else like the AC compressor, alternator, power steering.
Usually when you open the hood of your car you will be able to see a black belt %26quot;snaking%26quot; around lots of pulley. That's why it is called serpentine belt. The timing belt is usually hidden inside few covers so not visible.
All Over Head Cam (or Over Head Valve) cars have timing belts (or timing chain). $400 for timing belt is little bit high but not for the dealer. As a comparison, I own an Audi A4 and the Audi dealer (in NYC) wants $1300 for timing belt %26amp; water pump ($900 for just the timing belt).
The cost of sepentine belt (part) is very cheap so the dealer might want to just replace that too (given they would have to take that off during the timing belt also). Your wife could have confused this as saying %26quot;they are the saming thing.%26quot;
When you get your timing belt done, ask if the water pump is driven by the timing belt. If it is, you should get it replaced together. The reason is that the parts are fairly cheap but the labor is pretty high to get to these parts, so replaced them together (to save $$ down the line). Otherwise you will be spending another $400 few thousand mile down the road just to do the water pump.
These days, the only new part that goes into a tune-up is new spark plugs.
Good luck.
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Is a Timing belt same as a serpentine belt?
A timing belt goes between the crankshaft and the cam (which make the valves open and close).
A serpentine belt goes between the crankshaft and the accessories (ie the alternator, power steering pum, A/C compressor, etc, etc.
The answer is no
Dave
generally they are not the same however a few cars do use the same belt for all functions!
serpentine describes the type of belt. It's flat with ribs as opposed to a V belt. It can be used for different applications. Also many timing belts are very difficult to access, so $400 may be reasonable. A timing belt change isn't included in a tune up.
$400 dollars to change a Timing Belt is probably about right.
A timing belt needs to be changes every 60K - 70K miles. This belt is inside the engine and is the mechanism that opens and closes the valves. If it breaks while you are driving, you're looking at a seriously damaged engine and major repairs. So all car makers recommend timing belt changes at a regular interval.
A serpentine belt is what we used to call a fan belt. But now they are longer, wider and one belt runs everything. If it is wearing out you should be able to see the stress on the belt. It shouldn't cost more than $75 to change a serpentine belt.
No. A timing belt is used to keep the engine crankshaft and valve train properly sequenced or timed. A serpentine belt runs engine accessory drive items like the water pump, alternator,power steering pump, air conditioner etc. I,m not a KIA mechanic but timing belt installations can be tricky and expensive.
Serpentine belts drive A/C alternator and power steering. Camshaft belts have teeth that engage cogs. to keep the valves opening at the right times. Tune-up term these days is a set of spark plugs replaced at 60 to 100,thousand miles only when the check engine light turns on. $400 actually sounds like a good deal for timing belt job guaranteed at dealer. But what else can they find under the timing cover while there in there? Three engine oil seals for starters... Add $100 seals and labor... Water Pump sir you really must think that the water pump could fail soon costing you all this labor lets do it now while the front is off the engine...$200 more And our technician noticed the top and bottom radiator hoses look soft brittle cracked add $90...Then for the culpable emissions service injector flush designed to flush money out of your wallet into there's (not required maintenance) look at maintenance in your owners manual. KIA and parent company Hyundai get real weird about we recommend it and you don't do it! We Void your limited 100000 mile power train warranty. That is why it is limited
I don't know anything about Kia's, but I have a 2001 Ford Escort ZX2. It has both a serpentine belt (aka drive belt) and a timing belt (which you can't see). The timing belt is responsible for synchronizing various parts in your engine so that it has the correct firing times for each cylinder, while the serpentine belt only provides power to the accessories (power steering, a/c, etc). In some cars, the water pump is run by the serpentine belt, which usually means it is fairly accessible and easy to change. In my car, the water pump is actually installed in the lower part of the engine and is driven by the timing belt. So if you have to get the timing belt changed, you should consider having other parts in that vicinity changed (to save on future labor costs) if you have a high mileage car. For my car, it would cost an arm and a leg (and possibly a kidney) to have only the water pump changed...so I will definitely have it changed when I get a new timing belt.
$400 sounds reasonable for having the timing belt replaced, assuming your car does have one....and also assuming that it's an ordeal to change the timing belt. In my car, various plastic covers/guards have to be removed, motor has to be dropped slightly (which could mean it has to be disconnected from the tranny...not sure). So in my car, it is an ordeal. Luckily, the service manual for my car says the timing belt should be changed every 130,000 miles...so not such a big deal. You should definitely check your service manual and see when it recommends changing the timing belt...and compare it to your actual mileage.
One last thing...some engines can be completely ruined if the timing belt breaks while driving. The term to describe this is interference. Some engines are interference engines, and some are non-interference engines. An interference engine (which you might have) would most likely be ruined if the timing belt breaks, so don't go too far over the suggested mileage before replacement...you definitely don't want it to break on you. Call a couple of independent car shops and ask them if they know what the mileage rating for your car's timing belt is. Dealerships are usually less than honest. If your car is under warranty, the timing belt should be covered if it fails under the suggested mileage. Otherwise, I would have an independent garage do the work. But do your research and find a decent and reputable mechanic. Ask them if there are any other parts that you should change that are in the timing belt area (like water pump, tensioner pulley, etc)...assuming it would save you a significant amount of money in future labor costs.
A timing belt is in most cases now days serpentine. The difference is the timing belt isn't located just under the hood. It actually hides behind the front cover on the engine itself. I don't want you to confuse the drive belt for your accessories on the engine with the timing belt. Yes, it may sound like alot of money to replace, but if you don't have the proper tools to keep and find top dead center of the number one cylinder. That could be bad news. In my opinion, good price. I would charge more.
They are NOT the same thing. Previous poster was correct about function of serpentine belt, however all auto engines have a timing belt or chain, not just overhead cam engines.
Not having the specifics of your car, it's hard to say if 400 is reasonable or not. Reputable shops, dealer or independent, determine repair costs using %26quot;book time%26quot;. In other words, for any repair, for any vehicle, there is a listed repair time associated. Shop labor rates vary quite a bit from dealership to independent so compare labor rates. I would advise dealing only with shops whose mechanics are ASA certified.
In any case, failure to replace a bad timing belt, (if it is indeed bad), WILL lead to far more costly repairs that will make the timing belt costs seem insignificant.
Is a Timing belt same as a serpentine belt?
Simple answer no.
==== DETAIL ====
Timing belt drives the cams (the valves that opens and closes to let the pistons of your engine breath). Often timing belt will also drive the water pump (but not always).
The serpentine belt drives everything else like the AC compressor, alternator, power steering.
Usually when you open the hood of your car you will be able to see a black belt %26quot;snaking%26quot; around lots of pulley. That's why it is called serpentine belt. The timing belt is usually hidden inside few covers so not visible.
All Over Head Cam (or Over Head Valve) cars have timing belts (or timing chain). $400 for timing belt is little bit high but not for the dealer. As a comparison, I own an Audi A4 and the Audi dealer (in NYC) wants $1300 for timing belt %26amp; water pump ($900 for just the timing belt).
The cost of sepentine belt (part) is very cheap so the dealer might want to just replace that too (given they would have to take that off during the timing belt also). Your wife could have confused this as saying %26quot;they are the saming thing.%26quot;
When you get your timing belt done, ask if the water pump is driven by the timing belt. If it is, you should get it replaced together. The reason is that the parts are fairly cheap but the labor is pretty high to get to these parts, so replaced them together (to save $$ down the line). Otherwise you will be spending another $400 few thousand mile down the road just to do the water pump.
These days, the only new part that goes into a tune-up is new spark plugs.
Good luck.
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Is a Timing belt same as a serpentine belt?
A timing belt goes between the crankshaft and the cam (which make the valves open and close).
A serpentine belt goes between the crankshaft and the accessories (ie the alternator, power steering pum, A/C compressor, etc, etc.
The answer is no
Dave
generally they are not the same however a few cars do use the same belt for all functions!
serpentine describes the type of belt. It's flat with ribs as opposed to a V belt. It can be used for different applications. Also many timing belts are very difficult to access, so $400 may be reasonable. A timing belt change isn't included in a tune up.
$400 dollars to change a Timing Belt is probably about right.
A timing belt needs to be changes every 60K - 70K miles. This belt is inside the engine and is the mechanism that opens and closes the valves. If it breaks while you are driving, you're looking at a seriously damaged engine and major repairs. So all car makers recommend timing belt changes at a regular interval.
A serpentine belt is what we used to call a fan belt. But now they are longer, wider and one belt runs everything. If it is wearing out you should be able to see the stress on the belt. It shouldn't cost more than $75 to change a serpentine belt.
No. A timing belt is used to keep the engine crankshaft and valve train properly sequenced or timed. A serpentine belt runs engine accessory drive items like the water pump, alternator,power steering pump, air conditioner etc. I,m not a KIA mechanic but timing belt installations can be tricky and expensive.
Serpentine belts drive A/C alternator and power steering. Camshaft belts have teeth that engage cogs. to keep the valves opening at the right times. Tune-up term these days is a set of spark plugs replaced at 60 to 100,thousand miles only when the check engine light turns on. $400 actually sounds like a good deal for timing belt job guaranteed at dealer. But what else can they find under the timing cover while there in there? Three engine oil seals for starters... Add $100 seals and labor... Water Pump sir you really must think that the water pump could fail soon costing you all this labor lets do it now while the front is off the engine...$200 more And our technician noticed the top and bottom radiator hoses look soft brittle cracked add $90...Then for the culpable emissions service injector flush designed to flush money out of your wallet into there's (not required maintenance) look at maintenance in your owners manual. KIA and parent company Hyundai get real weird about we recommend it and you don't do it! We Void your limited 100000 mile power train warranty. That is why it is limited
I don't know anything about Kia's, but I have a 2001 Ford Escort ZX2. It has both a serpentine belt (aka drive belt) and a timing belt (which you can't see). The timing belt is responsible for synchronizing various parts in your engine so that it has the correct firing times for each cylinder, while the serpentine belt only provides power to the accessories (power steering, a/c, etc). In some cars, the water pump is run by the serpentine belt, which usually means it is fairly accessible and easy to change. In my car, the water pump is actually installed in the lower part of the engine and is driven by the timing belt. So if you have to get the timing belt changed, you should consider having other parts in that vicinity changed (to save on future labor costs) if you have a high mileage car. For my car, it would cost an arm and a leg (and possibly a kidney) to have only the water pump changed...so I will definitely have it changed when I get a new timing belt.
$400 sounds reasonable for having the timing belt replaced, assuming your car does have one....and also assuming that it's an ordeal to change the timing belt. In my car, various plastic covers/guards have to be removed, motor has to be dropped slightly (which could mean it has to be disconnected from the tranny...not sure). So in my car, it is an ordeal. Luckily, the service manual for my car says the timing belt should be changed every 130,000 miles...so not such a big deal. You should definitely check your service manual and see when it recommends changing the timing belt...and compare it to your actual mileage.
One last thing...some engines can be completely ruined if the timing belt breaks while driving. The term to describe this is interference. Some engines are interference engines, and some are non-interference engines. An interference engine (which you might have) would most likely be ruined if the timing belt breaks, so don't go too far over the suggested mileage before replacement...you definitely don't want it to break on you. Call a couple of independent car shops and ask them if they know what the mileage rating for your car's timing belt is. Dealerships are usually less than honest. If your car is under warranty, the timing belt should be covered if it fails under the suggested mileage. Otherwise, I would have an independent garage do the work. But do your research and find a decent and reputable mechanic. Ask them if there are any other parts that you should change that are in the timing belt area (like water pump, tensioner pulley, etc)...assuming it would save you a significant amount of money in future labor costs.
A timing belt is in most cases now days serpentine. The difference is the timing belt isn't located just under the hood. It actually hides behind the front cover on the engine itself. I don't want you to confuse the drive belt for your accessories on the engine with the timing belt. Yes, it may sound like alot of money to replace, but if you don't have the proper tools to keep and find top dead center of the number one cylinder. That could be bad news. In my opinion, good price. I would charge more.
They are NOT the same thing. Previous poster was correct about function of serpentine belt, however all auto engines have a timing belt or chain, not just overhead cam engines.
Not having the specifics of your car, it's hard to say if 400 is reasonable or not. Reputable shops, dealer or independent, determine repair costs using %26quot;book time%26quot;. In other words, for any repair, for any vehicle, there is a listed repair time associated. Shop labor rates vary quite a bit from dealership to independent so compare labor rates. I would advise dealing only with shops whose mechanics are ASA certified.
In any case, failure to replace a bad timing belt, (if it is indeed bad), WILL lead to far more costly repairs that will make the timing belt costs seem insignificant.
Can I change the serpentine belt in my v.w. passat without going to a mechanic?
What tools would I need?
Can I change the serpentine belt in my v.w. passat without going to a mechanic?
If you can locate the tensioner, this rides on the back of the belt
and is spring loaded I would give it a shot. but if the a c compressor is driven by a v-belt and must come off first, then I
would reconisider. the routing of all serpentine belts are on a sticker under the hood someware. to remove the belt on the a c
compressor requires removing the tire and crawling under the car
and you will need a set of metric allen wrenches on a 3/8 drive socket set and another person. it is a pain
Can I change the serpentine belt in my v.w. passat without going to a mechanic?
If you don't know what tools you need; I would suggest taking it to a mechanic.
It is doable but you need some mechanical knowledge and to get the belt tight enough but not too tight.
a breaker bar 1/2 in pull back tensioner take off old belt put new one on in reverse of taking off
Try this: autozonecom/servlet/uibroker They will explain to you how to do it and what tools you need.
Can I change the serpentine belt in my v.w. passat without going to a mechanic?
If you can locate the tensioner, this rides on the back of the belt
and is spring loaded I would give it a shot. but if the a c compressor is driven by a v-belt and must come off first, then I
would reconisider. the routing of all serpentine belts are on a sticker under the hood someware. to remove the belt on the a c
compressor requires removing the tire and crawling under the car
and you will need a set of metric allen wrenches on a 3/8 drive socket set and another person. it is a pain
Can I change the serpentine belt in my v.w. passat without going to a mechanic?
If you don't know what tools you need; I would suggest taking it to a mechanic.
It is doable but you need some mechanical knowledge and to get the belt tight enough but not too tight.
a breaker bar 1/2 in pull back tensioner take off old belt put new one on in reverse of taking off
Try this: autozonecom/servlet/uibroker They will explain to you how to do it and what tools you need.
The mechanic said my toyota corolla 1998 serpentine belt is broken...?
I went for an oil change %26amp; the mechanic said serpentine belt needs to be replaced as it has cracks. He gave me a quote on $70 to replace it. I was wondering if this has happened to other people? Which is the cheapest place to get it replaced. Is it something urgent? Any advice will be appreciated...
The mechanic said my toyota corolla 1998 serpentine belt is broken...?
Labor is typically 70-90 dollars an hour depending on where you go, so that seems like a very good price.
I'd say, just do it, that isn't a bad price at all.
The mechanic said my toyota corolla 1998 serpentine belt is broken...?
A serpentine belt is a single multi ribbed drive belt that drives all engine driven components such as:-
Power steering pump
Alternator
Water pump
A/C Compressor
Air pump (if fitted)
This belt is possibly 5 to 6 feet long and it is automatically tensioned by a spring loaded tensioner. There is an indicator on the tensioner that indicates the amount of stretch of the belt as it ages and beyond a certain point the belt should be replaced, even if it looks otherwise OK. A small amount of cracking across the ribs is acceptable and even normal. Over time these cracks become more numerous and larger and the belt needs replacing. Some manufacturers recommend automatic replacement at about 100,000Kms (60,000miles)
If the belt breaks you will loose all your engine driven components, including power steering and there is a strong risk of engine damage, especially to the crank angle sensor as the broken belt is flying around at high speed.
$70.00 is an entirely reasonable price to replace this belt.
I just replaced the belt on one of my Prizms (same engine/chassis as the Corolla) and it was $28.38 + tax from the Toyota dealer, and it took me about 15 minutes, so I think $70 should include parts and labor.
I recommend dealing with a mechanic who is familiar with Toyota's because the belt tensioners are prone to failing, and a bad tensioner will shorten the life of the belt. There's a rattling/light knocking sound from the belt at idle when it's bad.
$70 is a very reasonable price to pay for a serpentine replacement.If you still want to save more and learn something in the process,buy the Haynes manual and learn how to replace it.once you alredy know it should take you about 1 minute to do thewhole process.good luck.
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$50 for belt and $70 for labor is too high go to auto zone buy the belt and get a friend to replace it if you are not mechanically inclined or buy the haynes manual for the car it will give you step by step instructions on how to replace the belt,belt and book shouldn't cost much more than $50 saving $70 doing it yourself priceless!
duhhhhhh of course it's urgent you're accesories on the front of your engine wont work without the belt. price wise it's cheapest to buy the belt at your local auto parts store and do it yourself, it's really easy!
get the belt changed....if it breaks you can damage the engine plus it can be expensive to get towed off the freeway
$70 is cheap for piece of mind
If it breaks, your alternator, water pump and A/C will stop working and your car will die.
$70 is not a bad price to replace it.
it sounds reasonable, since you never had it replaced before. Does the quote include the belt?
The mechanic said my toyota corolla 1998 serpentine belt is broken...?
Labor is typically 70-90 dollars an hour depending on where you go, so that seems like a very good price.
I'd say, just do it, that isn't a bad price at all.
The mechanic said my toyota corolla 1998 serpentine belt is broken...?
A serpentine belt is a single multi ribbed drive belt that drives all engine driven components such as:-
Power steering pump
Alternator
Water pump
A/C Compressor
Air pump (if fitted)
This belt is possibly 5 to 6 feet long and it is automatically tensioned by a spring loaded tensioner. There is an indicator on the tensioner that indicates the amount of stretch of the belt as it ages and beyond a certain point the belt should be replaced, even if it looks otherwise OK. A small amount of cracking across the ribs is acceptable and even normal. Over time these cracks become more numerous and larger and the belt needs replacing. Some manufacturers recommend automatic replacement at about 100,000Kms (60,000miles)
If the belt breaks you will loose all your engine driven components, including power steering and there is a strong risk of engine damage, especially to the crank angle sensor as the broken belt is flying around at high speed.
$70.00 is an entirely reasonable price to replace this belt.
I just replaced the belt on one of my Prizms (same engine/chassis as the Corolla) and it was $28.38 + tax from the Toyota dealer, and it took me about 15 minutes, so I think $70 should include parts and labor.
I recommend dealing with a mechanic who is familiar with Toyota's because the belt tensioners are prone to failing, and a bad tensioner will shorten the life of the belt. There's a rattling/light knocking sound from the belt at idle when it's bad.
$70 is a very reasonable price to pay for a serpentine replacement.If you still want to save more and learn something in the process,buy the Haynes manual and learn how to replace it.once you alredy know it should take you about 1 minute to do thewhole process.good luck.
DIFFICULTY RATING FROM 1 THRU 10 = 2
$50 for belt and $70 for labor is too high go to auto zone buy the belt and get a friend to replace it if you are not mechanically inclined or buy the haynes manual for the car it will give you step by step instructions on how to replace the belt,belt and book shouldn't cost much more than $50 saving $70 doing it yourself priceless!
duhhhhhh of course it's urgent you're accesories on the front of your engine wont work without the belt. price wise it's cheapest to buy the belt at your local auto parts store and do it yourself, it's really easy!
get the belt changed....if it breaks you can damage the engine plus it can be expensive to get towed off the freeway
$70 is cheap for piece of mind
If it breaks, your alternator, water pump and A/C will stop working and your car will die.
$70 is not a bad price to replace it.
it sounds reasonable, since you never had it replaced before. Does the quote include the belt?
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 change
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...
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.hair magazine myspace quizzes
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 change
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...
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 do you change a serpentine belt on a '00 jeep cherokee?
Loosen the nut on the tensioner pulley but don't remove it, then above that by the coolant temp sensor you will see a 15mm bolt facing down towards the pulley, loosen that and the belt will losen so you can remove it.
How do you change a serpentine belt on a '00 jeep cherokee?
I had an older 4.0L and I loosen the power steering to loosen the belt.
How do you change a serpentine belt on a '00 jeep cherokee?
I had an older 4.0L and I loosen the power steering to loosen the belt.
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 belt
Can 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 Haha
Can 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.
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 alternator
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 gage
i would,nt try that especially by it having a computer.
Yes. All will be fine.
just don't let it run too long.
i wouldn%26quot;t do that
Can 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 Haha
Can 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.
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 alternator
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 gage
i would,nt try that especially by it having a computer.
Yes. All will be fine.
just don't let it run too long.
i wouldn%26quot;t do that
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.
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.
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.
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.
Serpentine belt and Timing belt of 1998 Toyota corolla LE?
Following questions are regarding 1998 Toyota corolla LE model.
1. Service center with Toyota dealer recommends me to change the serpentine belt and he quotes $135 for it. When I contacted another service center, they said that there were three kind of serpentine belts (one for air conditioning and others for something else) and questioned which one needs to be replaced. But, my toyota dealer says there is only one serpentine belt. Does anyone know how many serpentine belts found in 1998 Toyota corolla LE model? If more than one kind, any idea which one the toyota dealer refers to?
2. Toyota dealer recommends me to change Timing belt and quotes $350 for it. When I contacted other service center, they said there was no timing belt in 1998 Toyota corolla LE, but it had Timing chain and it didn't have to be replaced in the lifetime of the car. Who is correct?
Thanks.
Serpentine belt and Timing belt of 1998 Toyota corolla LE?
A 98 Corolla has a timing chain and a serpentine belt. The belt usually lasts around 60,000 miles or so, although I have had to change them at about 45K at times. Basically, just look at the grooved side of the belt where it goes around one of theh pulleys. If it has cracks running across any of the ribs in the belt, it is time to change it. If not, unless it is very noisy it will go for a while longer. The timing chain is what I call the %26quot;new generation%26quot; of chains (which may date me!). Those chains last roughly forever. It will begin to make a rattling noise especially on start up before it needs to be relaced. It is true that if they break it will cause havok in your engine, but I have seen only one of that style break in 15 years, and they use that style now in Previas, Tacomas, Celicas, Corollas, Tundras, 4Runners, Camrys, and anything else with a chain in it, so I wouldn't worry about it.
Hope this helps. God Bless!
Serpentine belt and Timing belt of 1998 Toyota corolla LE?
it has a serpentine belt.30.35+tax,or w/out a.c.28.25.the1.8engine is equipped w/a timing chain,and yes they do wear out eventually.so,be careful who you take it to.timing chains take alot of miles to wear enough to warrant adjustment/replacement.
It is time to change it, it is a 1998 car so it is more then 10 years old. More then likely, it has about 200,000 miles on it. I seem to remember it is every 100,000 miles it needs to be replaced. As for the timing belt/chain, if it snaps it can SERIOUSLY screw up ur engine, so it might be time to change it too.
Your Toyota stealership is just that.. a %26quot;stealership!!%26quot; 1998 Corollas don't have a timing belt- they have a maintenance-free timing chain. In fact, all Corollas after 1997 have the timing CHAIN. I should know. I used to own a 1999 LE- which is the same car. Go elsewhere for service.
1. Service center with Toyota dealer recommends me to change the serpentine belt and he quotes $135 for it. When I contacted another service center, they said that there were three kind of serpentine belts (one for air conditioning and others for something else) and questioned which one needs to be replaced. But, my toyota dealer says there is only one serpentine belt. Does anyone know how many serpentine belts found in 1998 Toyota corolla LE model? If more than one kind, any idea which one the toyota dealer refers to?
2. Toyota dealer recommends me to change Timing belt and quotes $350 for it. When I contacted other service center, they said there was no timing belt in 1998 Toyota corolla LE, but it had Timing chain and it didn't have to be replaced in the lifetime of the car. Who is correct?
Thanks.
Serpentine belt and Timing belt of 1998 Toyota corolla LE?
A 98 Corolla has a timing chain and a serpentine belt. The belt usually lasts around 60,000 miles or so, although I have had to change them at about 45K at times. Basically, just look at the grooved side of the belt where it goes around one of theh pulleys. If it has cracks running across any of the ribs in the belt, it is time to change it. If not, unless it is very noisy it will go for a while longer. The timing chain is what I call the %26quot;new generation%26quot; of chains (which may date me!). Those chains last roughly forever. It will begin to make a rattling noise especially on start up before it needs to be relaced. It is true that if they break it will cause havok in your engine, but I have seen only one of that style break in 15 years, and they use that style now in Previas, Tacomas, Celicas, Corollas, Tundras, 4Runners, Camrys, and anything else with a chain in it, so I wouldn't worry about it.
Hope this helps. God Bless!
Serpentine belt and Timing belt of 1998 Toyota corolla LE?
it has a serpentine belt.30.35+tax,or w/out a.c.28.25.the1.8engine is equipped w/a timing chain,and yes they do wear out eventually.so,be careful who you take it to.timing chains take alot of miles to wear enough to warrant adjustment/replacement.
It is time to change it, it is a 1998 car so it is more then 10 years old. More then likely, it has about 200,000 miles on it. I seem to remember it is every 100,000 miles it needs to be replaced. As for the timing belt/chain, if it snaps it can SERIOUSLY screw up ur engine, so it might be time to change it too.
Your Toyota stealership is just that.. a %26quot;stealership!!%26quot; 1998 Corollas don't have a timing belt- they have a maintenance-free timing chain. In fact, all Corollas after 1997 have the timing CHAIN. I should know. I used to own a 1999 LE- which is the same car. Go elsewhere for service.
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!
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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.
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.
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.excel excel
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!
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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.
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.
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.
How do you change a serpentine belt?
You can't change the serpentine belt. It really has to want to change.
How do you change a serpentine belt?
look for the tension pulley, it has a hex nut, that a socket and breaker bar can release the tension to let the belt slack off. You may find help to do this, as it is easier with a third hand.
How do you change a serpentine belt?
Jeep or Ford/GM?
GM has an auto tensioner which when moved away from the belt (i cannot say counterclockwise or clockwise because it can change)
it will loosen the belt. usualy you can stick either a 1/2 breaker bar or a 3/8 ratchet into the provided %26quot;hole%26quot; to move the tensioner.
instalation is reverse of removal but keep in mind the routing of the belt, OR locate the belt routing diagram under the hood. some come with extra routing options when certain accesories are installed. know what you have installed before you reroute the new belt.
JEEP/chrysler (some models)these you usualy have to loosen 2-3 bolts on the power steering pump and push the pump toward the engine. keep in mind the belt routing. if you are inexperienced in the automotive area it is advised you leave the Jeeps and chryslers to an experienced person be it your neighbor kid whos wrenchin on his tuner all the way up to a dealer because belt tension settings on these are crutial.
When you go to the parts store and buy the belt get a cheap repair manual from the rack for your vehicle. Cost is about $12. It will give you easy to follow instructions with pictures and then is ready for the next repair you have to make. I am not a mechanic and don't have money to pay one and with this book, I can fix anything.
Its easy to change but hard to get at,. Look for the pulley that the top of the belt rides on it. The ribbed side will be facing up. It has a notch near the end of it where a socket wrench can fit in it but your arm might not be able to reach it. I use a solid piece of pipe and try to press down enough on the top of the pulley to gain some slack in the belt so I can pull it off from another pulley. Depending on the way your belt travels is how you determine which way to push or pull the pulley.
Good luck...
How do you change a serpentine belt?
look for the tension pulley, it has a hex nut, that a socket and breaker bar can release the tension to let the belt slack off. You may find help to do this, as it is easier with a third hand.
How do you change a serpentine belt?
Jeep or Ford/GM?
GM has an auto tensioner which when moved away from the belt (i cannot say counterclockwise or clockwise because it can change)
it will loosen the belt. usualy you can stick either a 1/2 breaker bar or a 3/8 ratchet into the provided %26quot;hole%26quot; to move the tensioner.
instalation is reverse of removal but keep in mind the routing of the belt, OR locate the belt routing diagram under the hood. some come with extra routing options when certain accesories are installed. know what you have installed before you reroute the new belt.
JEEP/chrysler (some models)these you usualy have to loosen 2-3 bolts on the power steering pump and push the pump toward the engine. keep in mind the belt routing. if you are inexperienced in the automotive area it is advised you leave the Jeeps and chryslers to an experienced person be it your neighbor kid whos wrenchin on his tuner all the way up to a dealer because belt tension settings on these are crutial.
When you go to the parts store and buy the belt get a cheap repair manual from the rack for your vehicle. Cost is about $12. It will give you easy to follow instructions with pictures and then is ready for the next repair you have to make. I am not a mechanic and don't have money to pay one and with this book, I can fix anything.
Its easy to change but hard to get at,. Look for the pulley that the top of the belt rides on it. The ribbed side will be facing up. It has a notch near the end of it where a socket wrench can fit in it but your arm might not be able to reach it. I use a solid piece of pipe and try to press down enough on the top of the pulley to gain some slack in the belt so I can pull it off from another pulley. Depending on the way your belt travels is how you determine which way to push or pull the pulley.
Good luck...
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
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
1991 chevy s10. I just changed my serpentine belt. I have a loud squeaking.?
The belt is on correctly, the tensioner seems to be fine.
I bought an idler pulley but decided not to install it. My old belt broke after 15k miles. So something is wrong. Should I go ahead and change the idler pully?
And what is causing this loud squeak? I know its normally because the belt is slipping, but the automatic tensioner shoul take care of the slipping? any suggestions? Thank you
1991 chevy s10. I just changed my serpentine belt. I have a loud squeaking.?
Go over each and every pully, and apply lithium grease at the connection points to the motor. My 98' blazer had a simular problem. It ended up being the alternator seizing up on me. Check your fan also! Lube the snot out of your cooling fan! And, yes, as a preventative, you should go ahead and change out your idler pullies. Oh, and it couldn't hurt to condition your belt every 3K miles, especially if you live in the cold!
I bought an idler pulley but decided not to install it. My old belt broke after 15k miles. So something is wrong. Should I go ahead and change the idler pully?
And what is causing this loud squeak? I know its normally because the belt is slipping, but the automatic tensioner shoul take care of the slipping? any suggestions? Thank you
1991 chevy s10. I just changed my serpentine belt. I have a loud squeaking.?
Go over each and every pully, and apply lithium grease at the connection points to the motor. My 98' blazer had a simular problem. It ended up being the alternator seizing up on me. Check your fan also! Lube the snot out of your cooling fan! And, yes, as a preventative, you should go ahead and change out your idler pullies. Oh, and it couldn't hurt to condition your belt every 3K miles, especially if you live in the cold!
How do I change my serpentine belt for a 1997 pontiac firebird?
need diagram
How do I change my serpentine belt for a 1997 pontiac firebird?
i just had to do this on my car because the idler pully was squeeking like there was no tomorrow replace both belts at the same time for good measure since it cheap just loosen one of the pulleys and slide it around buy the belt and they tighten it back up tourque it to spec and you are finethe diagram is on the front fender drivers side and its a sticker
How do I change my serpentine belt for a 1997 pontiac firebird?
The belt routing diagram should be posted somewhere conspicuously in your engine bay. My '89 Camaro has it on the radiator shroud.
Using a 9/16(I think) on the belt tensioner assemably bolt, turn it the left(facing the engine). In order, to release the pressure applied on the belt. Just be sure you know (or have that diagram handie) how the belt goes back on. Once you release the pressure w/ the tensioner(which requires some muscle) the belt will just fall off.
Good luck!
How do I change my serpentine belt for a 1997 pontiac firebird?
i just had to do this on my car because the idler pully was squeeking like there was no tomorrow replace both belts at the same time for good measure since it cheap just loosen one of the pulleys and slide it around buy the belt and they tighten it back up tourque it to spec and you are finethe diagram is on the front fender drivers side and its a sticker
How do I change my serpentine belt for a 1997 pontiac firebird?
The belt routing diagram should be posted somewhere conspicuously in your engine bay. My '89 Camaro has it on the radiator shroud.
Using a 9/16(I think) on the belt tensioner assemably bolt, turn it the left(facing the engine). In order, to release the pressure applied on the belt. Just be sure you know (or have that diagram handie) how the belt goes back on. Once you release the pressure w/ the tensioner(which requires some muscle) the belt will just fall off.
Good luck!
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 me
How 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.how to put numbers on keys structuretoptr
How to change a serpentine belt in a 1999 chevey malibu?
look at the diagram under the hood if u need more ask me
How 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.
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.
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.
1989 astro van: i need to change the serpentine belt do i need to rremove my whole front end?
u might just need to take the fan cover off then get under and start putting it on from there. there should b a diagram of how the belt goes on on the inside of the hood.
1989 astro van: i need to change the serpentine belt do i need to rremove my whole front end?
no what are you smoking you need a serpentine belt remover tool to loosen the tensioner and take the old belt of and replace it your local parts store can get you one
1989 astro van: i need to change the serpentine belt do i need to rremove my whole front end?
it's easier from underneath. no, you don't have to remove the front end.
1989 astro van: i need to change the serpentine belt do i need to rremove my whole front end?
no what are you smoking you need a serpentine belt remover tool to loosen the tensioner and take the old belt of and replace it your local parts store can get you one
1989 astro van: i need to change the serpentine belt do i need to rremove my whole front end?
it's easier from underneath. no, you don't have to remove the front end.
How do i change the serpentine belt on an 02 sebring sedan? From underneath?
same way as you'd do it from the top, loosen the tensioner and remove the belt, reverse procedure to install
How do i change the serpentine belt on an 02 sebring sedan? From underneath?
. Get the Manual! You will probably have to looosen the 'tensioner' first, and maybe remove some shields. It should be possible from the top but stuff might have to be removed.
maybe get the manual from the library.
How do i change the serpentine belt on an 02 sebring sedan? From underneath?
. Get the Manual! You will probably have to looosen the 'tensioner' first, and maybe remove some shields. It should be possible from the top but stuff might have to be removed.
maybe get the manual from the library.
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
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how to change a Serpentine belt video
how to change a Serpentine belt Suzuki Forenza
2007 Suzuki Forenza Serpentine belt diagram
should help
How 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.vc handling exceptions
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 help
How 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.
Serpentine belt nightmare?
where can i find picture view info on changing a serpentine belt on a 1993 dodge dynasty
Serpentine belt nightmare?
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How to change a serpentine belt on a 2007 toyota camery se?
routing diagrams
serpentine belt diagram
How 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=S8019
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 !
The simplest thing I can tell u, is buy it from Auto Zone %26amp; have them print out the diagram for u.
http://media.photobucket.com/image/2007%20camry%20belt%20diagram/Fabitop55/TimingBeltDiagram.jpg
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).
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serpentine belt diagram
How 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=S8019
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 !
The simplest thing I can tell u, is buy it from Auto Zone %26amp; have them print out the diagram for u.
http://media.photobucket.com/image/2007%20camry%20belt%20diagram/Fabitop55/TimingBeltDiagram.jpg
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).
http://www.ricksfreeautorepairadvice.co >
99 ford taurus 3.0 sohc w/ac...serpentine belt keeps breaking after changing witha new one...any suggestions?
yes you have a freesing up pully serpentien belts rarely just break. only very old ones or extreemly tightened ones
99 ford taurus 3.0 sohc w/ac...serpentine belt keeps breaking after changing witha new one...any suggestions?
Replace the belt tensioner, not just the pully. Maybe the waterpump, it might be siezed intermittenly. Really any accessory running on the belt can cause it. you could just run it with the hood up and listen for broken bearings. Its most likely the tensioner.
99 ford taurus 3.0 sohc w/ac...serpentine belt keeps breaking after changing witha new one...any suggestions?
Check the tension, if it's too tight it can break.
Also check the pulley alignment, if it's off a little the belt can run onto the edge and get cut .
LOOK for a bad pulley
take off the belt then feel all of the pulley wheels for sharp edges
next make sure that the belt is not binding on any thing.
99 ford taurus 3.0 sohc w/ac...serpentine belt keeps breaking after changing witha new one...any suggestions?
Replace the belt tensioner, not just the pully. Maybe the waterpump, it might be siezed intermittenly. Really any accessory running on the belt can cause it. you could just run it with the hood up and listen for broken bearings. Its most likely the tensioner.
99 ford taurus 3.0 sohc w/ac...serpentine belt keeps breaking after changing witha new one...any suggestions?
Check the tension, if it's too tight it can break.
Also check the pulley alignment, if it's off a little the belt can run onto the edge and get cut .
LOOK for a bad pulley
take off the belt then feel all of the pulley wheels for sharp edges
next make sure that the belt is not binding on any thing.
How do i change a serpentine belt on a 2000 jeep cherokee sport w/ a 4.0 straight 6 cylinder engine?
If you lack the skill and knowledge, it is cheaper to pay a good tech up front than to mess up a good belt and then pay for a good tech. I've seen too many take on a job over their head, the result can be bad and expensive. Ask around for a shop recommendation, there are good ones.
How do i change a serpentine belt on a 2000 jeep cherokee sport w/ a 4.0 straight 6 cylinder engine?
with or without rhd
How do i change a serpentine belt on a 2000 jeep cherokee sport w/ a 4.0 straight 6 cylinder engine?
Its easy...You just have to loosen the belt tensioner, Remove the old one and slip the new one back in its place. There will be step by step directions plus photos in a Chilton Repair Manual. Those manuals are about $15 at an auto parts store. Good Luck!
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 change a serpentine belt on a 2000 jeep cherokee sport w/ a 4.0 straight 6 cylinder engine?
with or without rhd
How do i change a serpentine belt on a 2000 jeep cherokee sport w/ a 4.0 straight 6 cylinder engine?
Its easy...You just have to loosen the belt tensioner, Remove the old one and slip the new one back in its place. There will be step by step directions plus photos in a Chilton Repair Manual. Those manuals are about $15 at an auto parts store. Good Luck!
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.
Need a diagram of a Serpentine belt change?
For a 2003 toyota echo we are having difficulty figuring out which bolts to loosen to release tention
all answers welcome thanks in advance
Need a diagram of a Serpentine belt change?
You shouldn't have to loosen any bolts.There's a belt tension pulley that has a bolt in the center.You put the wrench on the bolt just as a handle.Its spring loaded then try turning the wrench clockwise like your trying to tighten it the pulley should turn and release all tension.Put it back the same way.The pulley I'm talking about is usually smooth and runs against the back side of the belt not the serpentine side.
Need a diagram of a Serpentine belt change?
there are no bolts to loosen you have to unload the tensioner it is the pulley that does not drive a componet, rent or borrow one from a parts house also they may give you some instructions otherwise get abook or have someone qualified to do itmyspace tweaks How to break in a new comforter
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Need a diagram of a Serpentine belt change?
You shouldn't have to loosen any bolts.There's a belt tension pulley that has a bolt in the center.You put the wrench on the bolt just as a handle.Its spring loaded then try turning the wrench clockwise like your trying to tighten it the pulley should turn and release all tension.Put it back the same way.The pulley I'm talking about is usually smooth and runs against the back side of the belt not the serpentine side.
Need a diagram of a Serpentine belt change?
there are no bolts to loosen you have to unload the tensioner it is the pulley that does not drive a componet, rent or borrow one from a parts house also they may give you some instructions otherwise get abook or have someone qualified to do it
Could a replacement of the serpentine belt cause air pockets? ?
My SUV (Ford Explorer) seems to be holding back when I drive it after the change of the serpentine belt. I was told to drive the car, so the air pockets could be removed.
Could a replacement of the serpentine belt cause air pockets? ?
the only problem i could see with power loss is a loose belt.check the tension
Could a replacement of the serpentine belt cause air pockets? ?
i just had my serpentine belt replaced last week, and so far, nothing's changed actually in my car or my driving. so maybe, your problem could be something else.(?)
I don't see how a serpentine belt would play any role in air pockets whatsoever (unless something was opened in the cooling system the same time it was opened). Yes you can drive the car if you have air pockets, but I would strongly suggest driving around with a jug full of coolant and VERY often check the coolant level and attempt to keep it topped off.
Changing the serpentine belt has nothing to do with air in the cooling system.
Could a replacement of the serpentine belt cause air pockets? ?
the only problem i could see with power loss is a loose belt.check the tension
Could a replacement of the serpentine belt cause air pockets? ?
i just had my serpentine belt replaced last week, and so far, nothing's changed actually in my car or my driving. so maybe, your problem could be something else.(?)
I don't see how a serpentine belt would play any role in air pockets whatsoever (unless something was opened in the cooling system the same time it was opened). Yes you can drive the car if you have air pockets, but I would strongly suggest driving around with a jug full of coolant and VERY often check the coolant level and attempt to keep it topped off.
Changing the serpentine belt has nothing to do with air in the cooling system.
1995 plymouth voyager van squealing after serpentine belt change?
I've been driving my grandmother's van while I save up some money to get myself a car. Now, I'm totally grateful that she's letting me use it, but she's basically NEVER done any maintenance on this thing. Seriously, we pulled out lawn mower spark plugs from it? And the serpentine belt was getting munched so I had it changed and come to find out it was the one it came with originally! This sucker has 100k on it so....
Anyway, I'm in college and saving like I said so I don't have hundreds of dollars to thrown down on on it if it's going to start falling apart. Before the belt change, it didn't squeal or anything, no problems. Now, when the heater is on, OR if I turn the wheel it squeals horribly. It also does this if it's in park and you turn the wheel either way. The power steering also seems to be going out... Does it seem the belt is probably loose? I had it done at Jiffy Lube so I think I'll bring it back for them to look at.
1995 plymouth voyager van squealing after serpentine belt change?
Take it back to Jiffy Lube...they probably put the belt on wrong since you say that you've suddenly started having power steering problems...if you find that it is properly installed, you can get a can of belt dressing to spray on the pulleys every once in a while that should help with the squealing
1995 plymouth voyager van squealing after serpentine belt change?
Try to pour some pop on the belt... If the squealing goes away, you know it is the belt. If the noise is still there, then it points to a pulley gone bad. Grab the belt and see how much you can pull it. to much pull and it is to loose. The best thing you can do though would be to take it back to Jiffy Lube and let them know the problem and when it started..
It sounds like the belt tensioner is not working properly.If it doesn't keep the tension on the belt it will squeal.Also check the level of the power steering fluid.
loose power steering belt?
Anyway, I'm in college and saving like I said so I don't have hundreds of dollars to thrown down on on it if it's going to start falling apart. Before the belt change, it didn't squeal or anything, no problems. Now, when the heater is on, OR if I turn the wheel it squeals horribly. It also does this if it's in park and you turn the wheel either way. The power steering also seems to be going out... Does it seem the belt is probably loose? I had it done at Jiffy Lube so I think I'll bring it back for them to look at.
1995 plymouth voyager van squealing after serpentine belt change?
Take it back to Jiffy Lube...they probably put the belt on wrong since you say that you've suddenly started having power steering problems...if you find that it is properly installed, you can get a can of belt dressing to spray on the pulleys every once in a while that should help with the squealing
1995 plymouth voyager van squealing after serpentine belt change?
Try to pour some pop on the belt... If the squealing goes away, you know it is the belt. If the noise is still there, then it points to a pulley gone bad. Grab the belt and see how much you can pull it. to much pull and it is to loose. The best thing you can do though would be to take it back to Jiffy Lube and let them know the problem and when it started..
It sounds like the belt tensioner is not working properly.If it doesn't keep the tension on the belt it will squeal.Also check the level of the power steering fluid.
loose power steering belt?
How you change the serpentine belt on a toyota rav4?
If you don't have any mechanical experience then take it to someone to have it done. It's not worth the headache.
If you do then get a Chilton book on your vech. and it will explain how to perform just about everything on the vech. PEP BOYS carry them. Or any automotive parts store.
How you change the serpentine belt on a toyota rav4?
Take the motor mount off with a jack supporting the engine.Remove the power steering pump, alternator, crank pulley and timing cover. Time your marks up, remove the old belt and install new one. Put it back together. Sounds easy doesn't it? Have fun!! Oops , that's the timing belt not the serp. sorry
If you do then get a Chilton book on your vech. and it will explain how to perform just about everything on the vech. PEP BOYS carry them. Or any automotive parts store.
How you change the serpentine belt on a toyota rav4?
Take the motor mount off with a jack supporting the engine.Remove the power steering pump, alternator, crank pulley and timing cover. Time your marks up, remove the old belt and install new one. Put it back together. Sounds easy doesn't it? Have fun!! Oops , that's the timing belt not the serp. sorry
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
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!!
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 do I change the belt on a 01 chevy silverado?
I need to change the serpentine belt on my truck and I was wondering if anyone had any pointers on doing it.
How do I change the belt on a 01 chevy silverado?
I have a Silverado, put the box end of a combination wrench on the bolt head of the tensioner (it's the spring loaded pulley up top) take a second large box end then lock it on the open end of the first for leverage. Apply pressure counter clockwise to release pressure from the belt and remove. place the new one in it's place and repeat only this time you are putting it on rather then off. You may want to draw a diagram to guide you in replacing the old ones pathe if this is your first time.
How do I change the belt on a 01 chevy silverado?
Take it to the garage---1st pointer of the day. If you are asking us you have no idea what has to be done...Watch the mechanic when he changes the belt...
If it is only one belt I'm sure it makes alot of turns under and over your pulleys. If you think you will not remember the route of the belt it is a good idea to take a clear picture of the belt before you take it off. Also there is an adjusting pulley, find id and loosen that, it should be all you need to loosen. If your engine has more than one, It is going to be one for your power steering and one for everything else. In that case you need to loosen the power steering pump and the alternator. good luck.
there should be a diagram for it under your hood but if you dont know how to do it bring it to a mechanic and ask him to show you.camping tent rental extension to sqltableprovider
How do I change the belt on a 01 chevy silverado?
I have a Silverado, put the box end of a combination wrench on the bolt head of the tensioner (it's the spring loaded pulley up top) take a second large box end then lock it on the open end of the first for leverage. Apply pressure counter clockwise to release pressure from the belt and remove. place the new one in it's place and repeat only this time you are putting it on rather then off. You may want to draw a diagram to guide you in replacing the old ones pathe if this is your first time.
How do I change the belt on a 01 chevy silverado?
Take it to the garage---1st pointer of the day. If you are asking us you have no idea what has to be done...Watch the mechanic when he changes the belt...
If it is only one belt I'm sure it makes alot of turns under and over your pulleys. If you think you will not remember the route of the belt it is a good idea to take a clear picture of the belt before you take it off. Also there is an adjusting pulley, find id and loosen that, it should be all you need to loosen. If your engine has more than one, It is going to be one for your power steering and one for everything else. In that case you need to loosen the power steering pump and the alternator. good luck.
there should be a diagram for it under your hood but if you dont know how to do it bring it to a mechanic and ask him to show you.
Is there an easier way to replace the serpentine belt on a 1998 buick lesabre?
the serpentine belt on our lesabre needs changed and after 30 minutes of trying we discovered the motor mount was in the way has any one found a easier and quick safe way to work this out?
Is there an easier way to replace the serpentine belt on a 1998 buick lesabre?
Wish I had better news... But it looks like you need to support the engines with a jack and then loosen the MM. Check out these forums:
http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.鈥?/a>
http://www.carkb.com/Uwe/ForumPost.aspx?鈥?/a>
http://www.2carpros.com/makes/buick/lesa鈥?/a>
Good Luck
Is there an easier way to replace the serpentine belt on a 1998 buick lesabre?
V-6 or what engine? ~:)+
Cut/pasted from website.
I have a 98 buick lesabre limited and I changed the belt without jacking the motor or removing the motor mount. There is a slot about a 1/4%26quot; wide the belt slips through so you don't have to remove anything. After studying it for a little bit it is very easy!
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The engine support bracket does not need to be removed. Only remove the lower bolt and spacer. (18 mm) regular socket will do the trick. One the bolt is removed, removed the spacer by wiggling it around. Place the belt on and then replace spacer and bolt.
Is there an easier way to replace the serpentine belt on a 1998 buick lesabre?
Wish I had better news... But it looks like you need to support the engines with a jack and then loosen the MM. Check out these forums:
http://www.talkaboutautos.com/group/alt.鈥?/a>
http://www.carkb.com/Uwe/ForumPost.aspx?鈥?/a>
http://www.2carpros.com/makes/buick/lesa鈥?/a>
Good Luck
Is there an easier way to replace the serpentine belt on a 1998 buick lesabre?
V-6 or what engine? ~:)+
Cut/pasted from website.
I have a 98 buick lesabre limited and I changed the belt without jacking the motor or removing the motor mount. There is a slot about a 1/4%26quot; wide the belt slips through so you don't have to remove anything. After studying it for a little bit it is very easy!
OR:
The engine support bracket does not need to be removed. Only remove the lower bolt and spacer. (18 mm) regular socket will do the trick. One the bolt is removed, removed the spacer by wiggling it around. Place the belt on and then replace spacer and bolt.
How to change a belt on a 1996 plymouth breeze?
We are trying to change a serpentine belt on a 1996 plymouth breeze. There is a cover in the way and we aren't sure how to get that off. It is the one on the top by the alternator.
How to change a belt on a 1996 plymouth breeze?
Those type of covers usually snap into position and could have a bolt or screw holding them on, plus if bolt or screw is used their positioned about centre so it holds the cover more firmly, to keep them from rattling and more balanced etc.
Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way if you could get to a parts outlet then you could try calling around and seeing who offers a free print out and belts installation info and process for that vehicle.
How to change a belt on a 1996 plymouth breeze?
Those type of covers usually snap into position and could have a bolt or screw holding them on, plus if bolt or screw is used their positioned about centre so it holds the cover more firmly, to keep them from rattling and more balanced etc.
Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way if you could get to a parts outlet then you could try calling around and seeing who offers a free print out and belts installation info and process for that vehicle.
How do i change serpentine belt on a 3.3LT v-6 motor?
actually a serpentine belt has its own tensioner. if you had a v-groove belt then you would loosen the alternator. you should see a pulley on a short spring loaded arm that you can get a Rather or end wrench on. the tensioner is gonna have a pretty tight spring in it, so you'll have to twist it away from the belt with a good amount of force to slack the belt enough to pop over and off of the alternator pulley (i say pull it off the alternator because that is typically the smallest pulley, but if you have a smaller idler pulley you could remove it there as well). if you forget the route that the belt was in originally, there should be a belt routing diagram somewhere under the hood, usually on the front right above the radiator.
How do i change serpentine belt on a 3.3LT v-6 motor?
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How do i change serpentine belt on a 3.3LT v-6 motor?
the alternator should be attached to a bracket that you can adjust, slack the alt. off the belt should be loose now. pay close attention to the routing of the belt (draw a diagram) install new belt slide the alt. to add tension then tighten retaining bolt, when tightened correctly there should be one half to three quarters of inch play in the belt.
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should be a picture of how to under the hood an d you could also go to autozone.com and get picture.... really most are alot easier now days one tool most cases all one needs if thats a caravan adjuster will be left side just under front end easy ten minutes only a few type on all cars easy to spots which type your is and what wrench you need to hold tenioner while you remove an d replace belt but go to auto zone type in your cars info and look up how to
How do i change serpentine belt on a 3.3LT v-6 motor?
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How do i change serpentine belt on a 3.3LT v-6 motor?
the alternator should be attached to a bracket that you can adjust, slack the alt. off the belt should be loose now. pay close attention to the routing of the belt (draw a diagram) install new belt slide the alt. to add tension then tighten retaining bolt, when tightened correctly there should be one half to three quarters of inch play in the belt.
turn key .....varoom
should be a picture of how to under the hood an d you could also go to autozone.com and get picture.... really most are alot easier now days one tool most cases all one needs if thats a caravan adjuster will be left side just under front end easy ten minutes only a few type on all cars easy to spots which type your is and what wrench you need to hold tenioner while you remove an d replace belt but go to auto zone type in your cars info and look up how to
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 answers
How 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. =^ )
had belt replaced on my impala cost was $45 for the belt and $22 for labor to replace it
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 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. =^ )
had belt replaced on my impala cost was $45 for the belt and $22 for labor to replace it
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 do I change the serpentine belt on a 94 GMC sonoma????
I have found the tension pulley -but when I loosen bolt nothing happens-what next?
How do I change the serpentine belt on a 94 GMC sonoma????
You push on the tension pulley, don't have to loosen the bolt, all that bolt does is hold the pulley on. Look in the front of the panels under the hood for the map or the routing of the belt. It is pretty simple to do. Do not try and force the belt on with a screwdriver, you will ruin the belt and they are not cheap.
How do I change the serpentine belt on a 94 GMC sonoma????
Visit www.mygmlink.com You need to pull release tension on the pulley and lift the belt off.
you dont loosen it!
most tension pulleys have small squares cut out of them for the ratchet to fit in to then you push or pull on it to release pressure then slide the belt off.
its in plain site or behind it.
its got a spring inside that keeps tension on the belt, you relieve it with a ratchet. good luck
How do I change the serpentine belt on a 94 GMC sonoma????
You push on the tension pulley, don't have to loosen the bolt, all that bolt does is hold the pulley on. Look in the front of the panels under the hood for the map or the routing of the belt. It is pretty simple to do. Do not try and force the belt on with a screwdriver, you will ruin the belt and they are not cheap.
How do I change the serpentine belt on a 94 GMC sonoma????
Visit www.mygmlink.com You need to pull release tension on the pulley and lift the belt off.
you dont loosen it!
most tension pulleys have small squares cut out of them for the ratchet to fit in to then you push or pull on it to release pressure then slide the belt off.
its in plain site or behind it.
its got a spring inside that keeps tension on the belt, you relieve it with a ratchet. good luck
How do you change the serpentine belt on a 1997 Jeep Wrangler, 4.0L, I-6, with a/c?
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How do you change the serpentine belt on a 1997 Jeep Wrangler, 4.0L, I-6, with a/c?
Unlock and loosen the tensioner pulley. Take a picture of the front of the engine, noting the routing of the belt. Take old belt off, put new belt on. Tighten the tensioner, and tighten the lock bolt.
How do you change the serpentine belt on a 1997 Jeep Wrangler, 4.0L, I-6, with a/c?
Just like %26quot;E-Rock%26quot; said. Its not that hard to do. I ended up replacing the entire cooling system in my Jeep last summer and I ended up taking that belt off and on numerous times.
If you need a belt diagram there should be a sticker on the (factory) radiator. If the sticker is missing the belt diagram is very easy to google on the internet.
How do you change the serpentine belt on a 1997 Jeep Wrangler, 4.0L, I-6, with a/c?
Unlock and loosen the tensioner pulley. Take a picture of the front of the engine, noting the routing of the belt. Take old belt off, put new belt on. Tighten the tensioner, and tighten the lock bolt.
How do you change the serpentine belt on a 1997 Jeep Wrangler, 4.0L, I-6, with a/c?
Just like %26quot;E-Rock%26quot; said. Its not that hard to do. I ended up replacing the entire cooling system in my Jeep last summer and I ended up taking that belt off and on numerous times.
If you need a belt diagram there should be a sticker on the (factory) radiator. If the sticker is missing the belt diagram is very easy to google on the internet.
I need a diagram on how to change my serpentine belt on my 97 mustang?
its a v6 3.8l
I 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...
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I 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!
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.
I 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%3DM
I 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!
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 Luck
How 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.
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 Luck
How 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.
Serpentine belt changed now Im having problems?
I had my belt changed and now my steering wheel is really hard to turn I went to work today and could not even get my car in the spot b/c it was so hard to turn and its squeeking so loud when I start the car this is the second belt that was changed it happened the next day after the belt was change ......now hes telline me oh it could be the pully am I being jerked around? I dont understand how that could have happen as soon as he changes the belt? what could be wrong what should I do
Serpentine belt changed now Im having problems?
if the belt which was replaced is the correct size %26amp; not too large(loose), then there is a very high probability that the tensioner assembly is bad. there is a spring within the assembly which many times, if going bad, will not bounce back to the proper tension adjustment. this almost always occurs after moving the tensioner in order to change a belt.
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Serpentine belt changed now Im having problems?
Sounds like belt is slipping. Might need a new tensioner.
Sounds like the powersteering belt is way loose if its ruining belts the pulley may be bent or have damage to it!!
sounds like to me the wrong belt was used to replace the old one. New belt being to long will cause it to slip and that is why it is hard to trun
could be what was bad to start with the pulley that tightens the belt they do go bad many replace them when they replace belt cost like 30 bucks for my car but if its squealing belts not going to last long if its not bad already
If Man had a Special tool to bring Tensioner to have slack for Removal--On the other hand if He didn't: He had to force it on and
in my opinion Power Steering Pump Bearings were damaged;
I think you are being jerked around. He put the new belt on and it is not tight. That is either because he did not tighten it, it is too large and therefore can't be tightened enough or the tensioner just happened to go bad when he replaced the belt (oh please--makes me gag).
wrong belt, improper tension, belt not routed on pulleys correctly, bad tensioner pulley, power steering fluid low?migrating existing portal web server software
Serpentine belt changed now Im having problems?
if the belt which was replaced is the correct size %26amp; not too large(loose), then there is a very high probability that the tensioner assembly is bad. there is a spring within the assembly which many times, if going bad, will not bounce back to the proper tension adjustment. this almost always occurs after moving the tensioner in order to change a belt.
-ken
Serpentine belt changed now Im having problems?
Sounds like belt is slipping. Might need a new tensioner.
Sounds like the powersteering belt is way loose if its ruining belts the pulley may be bent or have damage to it!!
sounds like to me the wrong belt was used to replace the old one. New belt being to long will cause it to slip and that is why it is hard to trun
could be what was bad to start with the pulley that tightens the belt they do go bad many replace them when they replace belt cost like 30 bucks for my car but if its squealing belts not going to last long if its not bad already
If Man had a Special tool to bring Tensioner to have slack for Removal--On the other hand if He didn't: He had to force it on and
in my opinion Power Steering Pump Bearings were damaged;
I think you are being jerked around. He put the new belt on and it is not tight. That is either because he did not tighten it, it is too large and therefore can't be tightened enough or the tensioner just happened to go bad when he replaced the belt (oh please--makes me gag).
wrong belt, improper tension, belt not routed on pulleys correctly, bad tensioner pulley, power steering fluid low?
Serpentine Belt 2000 Grand Caravan?
How do I change a serpentine belt on the 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Serpentine Belt 2000 Grand Caravan?
release the tensioner and pull the belt off and then follow your routing schematic under the hood or in your owners manual and route it on the pulleys and release tensioner again and when you have the belt all routed release the tensioner against the belt and your done.
Serpentine Belt 2000 Grand Caravan?
go to autozone and rent a serpentine belt tool, they will charge you about 20 and use that to move the tensioner and take the exsisting belt off and follow the diagram under your hood to put the new one on.
not that hard. on the rad brace or hood you should see the belt routing diagram. get a longer wrench of proper size (no crescents) and relieve the tensioner. slide the belt off. don't cut it as this allows you to see any obstructions to removal. reinstall to diagram and drive on.
Serpentine Belt 2000 Grand Caravan?
release the tensioner and pull the belt off and then follow your routing schematic under the hood or in your owners manual and route it on the pulleys and release tensioner again and when you have the belt all routed release the tensioner against the belt and your done.
Serpentine Belt 2000 Grand Caravan?
go to autozone and rent a serpentine belt tool, they will charge you about 20 and use that to move the tensioner and take the exsisting belt off and follow the diagram under your hood to put the new one on.
not that hard. on the rad brace or hood you should see the belt routing diagram. get a longer wrench of proper size (no crescents) and relieve the tensioner. slide the belt off. don't cut it as this allows you to see any obstructions to removal. reinstall to diagram and drive on.
What's the easiest way to keep the tensioner wheel released on a 96 Blazer so I can change the serpentine belt
Auto Manufacturers make a tool for that, I did a few useing a Tire Iron then eventually made a Universal tool.
Most every Timing Shop. Tune Up place has them, the Dealer definatley has the, and sometimes you can use a loaner from Auto-Zone,Pep-boys,whatever.
Is a tuff job without that tool, but not impossible by any means.
What's the easiest way to keep the tensioner wheel released on a 96 Blazer so I can change the serpentine belt
put a wrench or ratchet right on the bolt that holds the idler pulley to the end of the tensioner arm in a manner that gives you leverage to move the arm (it's a 15 mm bolt I think) I believe that it's left hand threads so as you pull your wrench it will move the arm and not loosen the bolt that holds on the pulley.
Route the belt around everything else first then as you bring it up alongside the pulley wheel pull back on your wrench to move the idler arm back and slip the belt over it.
What's the easiest way to keep the tensioner wheel released on a 96 Blazer so I can change the serpentine belt
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you pull it back as you put the belt over last pully and let it go
Should be a tool available to release the tension...check parts retail chains...some will loan tools for use on their property or rent them for take-home use...renting small specialty tools is pretty cheap for occasional use
other than just holding it by yourself you dont. You just move it enough to get the belt off then release it put new belt on and pull back untill it fits.
Most every Timing Shop. Tune Up place has them, the Dealer definatley has the, and sometimes you can use a loaner from Auto-Zone,Pep-boys,whatever.
Is a tuff job without that tool, but not impossible by any means.
What's the easiest way to keep the tensioner wheel released on a 96 Blazer so I can change the serpentine belt
put a wrench or ratchet right on the bolt that holds the idler pulley to the end of the tensioner arm in a manner that gives you leverage to move the arm (it's a 15 mm bolt I think) I believe that it's left hand threads so as you pull your wrench it will move the arm and not loosen the bolt that holds on the pulley.
Route the belt around everything else first then as you bring it up alongside the pulley wheel pull back on your wrench to move the idler arm back and slip the belt over it.
What's the easiest way to keep the tensioner wheel released on a 96 Blazer so I can change the serpentine belt
cant
you pull it back as you put the belt over last pully and let it go
Should be a tool available to release the tension...check parts retail chains...some will loan tools for use on their property or rent them for take-home use...renting small specialty tools is pretty cheap for occasional use
other than just holding it by yourself you dont. You just move it enough to get the belt off then release it put new belt on and pull back untill it fits.
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.
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.
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 it
How 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
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 it
How 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
How do I change the serpentine belt on my 01 dodge intrepid?
When inspecting the belt, if it appears to be glazed (shiny), show cuts, cracks or other deterioration on either side or on the edges, has chunks missing from it, or is merely noisy鈥攊t has to be changed. It's helpful if you can determine the cause of a particular problem鈥攆rom normal wear to damage鈥攕o you can be assured that the replacement belt will last the full duration of its service life.
Before taking off the belt, check your service manual for any helpful tips that apply to your specific vehicle. One caution: as belt tensioners are sprung very tightly (some tighter than others), any %26quot;slips%26quot; involving the wrench used to loosen belt tension can cause serious personal injury, as well as damage to the surrounding area under the hood.
Ideally you should use the special service tool designed for belt-tension removal (via the tensioner). Be aware of where the tool will be positioned when tension is removed and make sure the tensioner is resting on its internal %26quot;stop.%26quot; Obviously, if the tool contacts another component before the tensioner stop is contacted, tension is not completely released and the tool will %26quot;jam%26quot; if left to rest in that position. The possibility of the tool slipping off of the tensioner is high, and injury will likely result.
Once tension is properly released, it's time to remove the belt. Start removal from the most easily accessed and largest pulley having the least amount of belt contact, if possible (sometimes this is the tensioner, sometimes not). Usually, it's just a matter of pulling the belt clear of the other pulleys and right out of the engine bay. However, sometimes engine mounts or other components such as splash shields first need to be removed. Once the belt is out, here are a few other components to inspect:
%26gt; Coolant pump for leakage (will cause belt noise if coolant gets on belt) or bad bearing
%26gt; Fan Clutch (if equipped) for fluid leakage
%26gt; Fan for damage (especially a problem with plastic fans)
%26gt; Tensioner unit for noisy pulley bearing or wear on tensioner mechanism
%26gt; Idler pulley(s) for noisy bearing or irregularly worn belt contact area (especially a problem on plastic pulleys)
%26gt; Any under hood component that is making contact with or is close to the belt, tensioner, or any pulleys
%26gt; Any other source of fluid leakage onto the belt
With all of that correct, the belt can now be installed. Since all replacement belts are not created equal, get the best quality belt possible. The same cautions highlighted earlier should be observed on reinstallation. Be patient. Route the belt in reverse order of removal, keeping especially vigilant about making sure that the belt ribs are set correctly in the pulley grooves, and the back of the belt is squarely contacting the tensioner and idler pulley(s), before starting the engine.
If applicable, note the tensioner position %26quot;scale%26quot; (its arrow should be somewhere between the two lines on the other half of the tensioner, preferably on the %26quot;tight%26quot; side). If it's way off, the belt may be incorrect.
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Before taking off the belt, check your service manual for any helpful tips that apply to your specific vehicle. One caution: as belt tensioners are sprung very tightly (some tighter than others), any %26quot;slips%26quot; involving the wrench used to loosen belt tension can cause serious personal injury, as well as damage to the surrounding area under the hood.
Ideally you should use the special service tool designed for belt-tension removal (via the tensioner). Be aware of where the tool will be positioned when tension is removed and make sure the tensioner is resting on its internal %26quot;stop.%26quot; Obviously, if the tool contacts another component before the tensioner stop is contacted, tension is not completely released and the tool will %26quot;jam%26quot; if left to rest in that position. The possibility of the tool slipping off of the tensioner is high, and injury will likely result.
Once tension is properly released, it's time to remove the belt. Start removal from the most easily accessed and largest pulley having the least amount of belt contact, if possible (sometimes this is the tensioner, sometimes not). Usually, it's just a matter of pulling the belt clear of the other pulleys and right out of the engine bay. However, sometimes engine mounts or other components such as splash shields first need to be removed. Once the belt is out, here are a few other components to inspect:
%26gt; Coolant pump for leakage (will cause belt noise if coolant gets on belt) or bad bearing
%26gt; Fan Clutch (if equipped) for fluid leakage
%26gt; Fan for damage (especially a problem with plastic fans)
%26gt; Tensioner unit for noisy pulley bearing or wear on tensioner mechanism
%26gt; Idler pulley(s) for noisy bearing or irregularly worn belt contact area (especially a problem on plastic pulleys)
%26gt; Any under hood component that is making contact with or is close to the belt, tensioner, or any pulleys
%26gt; Any other source of fluid leakage onto the belt
With all of that correct, the belt can now be installed. Since all replacement belts are not created equal, get the best quality belt possible. The same cautions highlighted earlier should be observed on reinstallation. Be patient. Route the belt in reverse order of removal, keeping especially vigilant about making sure that the belt ribs are set correctly in the pulley grooves, and the back of the belt is squarely contacting the tensioner and idler pulley(s), before starting the engine.
If applicable, note the tensioner position %26quot;scale%26quot; (its arrow should be somewhere between the two lines on the other half of the tensioner, preferably on the %26quot;tight%26quot; side). If it's way off, the belt may be incorrect.
phew...hope that helps.
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