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If I'm understanding this correctly? Viewed from the top, left to right. Indicator should be in between first two notches when new belt is installed. Post #59 indicates this. Third notch is the end of the usable range. Mine is nearly at the third notch.
If I'm understanding this correctly? Viewed from the top, left to right. Indicator should be in between first two notches when new belt is installed. Post #59 indicates this. Third notch is the end of the usable range. Mine is nearly at the third notch.
This is the way I read it, and it matches to post # 59 with the new belt installed:
This is the way I read it, and it matches to post # 59 with the new belt installed:
Hey sorry for bringing an old thread back up. I installed my new belt and it was inside the notch range. After starting my car and letting it run for a little the notches are not in the correct range anymore. I also replaced the belt tensioner is that normal?
Just did this DIY last night. It's straightforward and it is easier going in from the bottom to route the belt. Also, Be careful not to lose your allen key between the radiator and fan shroud. I had a hell of a time trying to fish it out.
Just did this this afternoon. Picked up the belt from rock auto for ~$25 shipped, pn BANDO MFG. 7PK2020A.
I didn't remove the bottom tray, but did remove the pulley immediately above and to the right of the tensioner. Ideally this service would be best combined with an oil change as the bottom cover is off already. Then it's easier to install to the lower pulleys.
Most challenging part was figuring out where to start with the install of the new belt. Top left corner (p/s pump) turned out to be the best place. Total time was about 2 hours, including bs'ing with the neighbor about the progress of road construction on our street.
I used a standard 3/8 ratchet with a floor jack handle for additional leverage. Original belt will be a spare. 31K miles, almost 7 years old.
Note, while belt is out, make sure to inspect pulleys for any roughness or binding. Replace as needed. All of mine were good. I couldn't reach the alternator to check but it's not making any noises, so will leave it be.
Just did this this afternoon. Picked up the belt from rock auto for ~$25 shipped, pn BANDO MFG. 7PK2020A.
I didn't remove the bottom tray, but did remove the pulley immediately above and to the right of the tensioner. Ideally this service would be best combined with an oil change as the bottom cover is off already. Then it's easier to install to the lower pulleys.
Most challenging part was figuring out where to start with the install of the new belt. Top left corner (p/s pump) turned out to be the best place. Total time was about 2 hours, including bs'ing with the neighbor about the progress of road construction on our street.
I used a standard 3/8 ratchet with a floor jack handle for additional leverage. Original belt will be a spare. 31K miles, almost 7 years old.
Note, while belt is out, make sure to inspect pulleys for any roughness or binding. Replace as needed. All of mine were good. I couldn't reach the alternator to check but it's not making any noises, so will leave it be.
Ditto on checking all the pulleys. One of my idler pulley (#7 in the diagram) fell off the car while driving The bearing was bad and it was making a noise.
Got 87k on my 09-belt still looks pristine,no cracks,nuthin.spare is hangin in the garage.will be replacing soon just to be safe!
Despite my G being a slightly newer year, I've heard that modern serpentine belts don't show cracks or physical wear as you described. The main way to tell how worn it is, is to check the depth and width of the belt grooves. What I heard could be wrong, but it makes sense. My belt needs to be replaced at 107k miles, its squeaking when I accelerate and is showing NO classical signs of wear.
It's just the reservoir tank so no big deal. Even opening the radiator cap introduces a very small amount of air into the system - not enough to lose any sleep over IMO. After a heat cycle or two it should be dispersed.
Thanks again for the DIY. Knocked this out in 30mins this morning.
I do have a question....
My old belt was within the usable range B. And after installing the new belt it was also in range B.
I started the car and immediately checked the range, the indicator had moved all the way to the right, outside all 3 notches. (Photo attached)
I assume this means I need a tensioner replacement? Pulley #7 didn't feel as sliky as the others so I'll replace that as well.
Is the car ok to drive while I order parts?
2012 with 65k, first belt replacement ever.
Which belt did you go with? Possible it's too long?
I went with Gates K070795. Used lots of Gates products before, never had an issue. It does look beefier than the OEM belt, though mine had started to fray.
01-10-2018, 12:51 AM
The bearing was bad and it was making a noise.
