Replacing a Serpentine Belt

I've had more than one request for this, the other day I had one come in and was happy to make the video for it. This is a fairly easy one compared to some that I have had to deal with, just work smart and have the right tools and you will be fine. Remember the longer the tool the better the leverage and that you should check to make sure you have the correct belt before you try and install it.

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[theejock]

i have a nissan maxima 1995. my serpentine belt doesnt want to go back into place. i loosened the tightener pulley all the way and it hardly gave me any slack. i need help finding out a way to get the belt to get back on the alternator, compressor, and a pulley that is connected to an internal belt. Help please

[EricTheCarGuy]

@theejock You might want to check the numbers on the belts new and old to make sure they match, you may have the wrong belt.

[theejock]

@EricTheCarGuy i doubt that is the problem. its the same belt i think. lets assume that is not the problem (and i will double check the belt). what could be the problem(s)? also the tensioner is not very responsive. it seems like it gets harder and harder to turn, the more i try to "unscrew" the bolt.

[EricTheCarGuy]

@theejock Not sure but checking the numbers is easy enough to do why not try that first?

[ddurbin0789]

@EricTheCarGuy I have a 1997 Toyota Avalon and my serpentine belt just snapped the other day. I have the replacement belt, but I'm having trouble finding the tensioner. There's no diagram under my hood and all my pulleys are on the left side of the engine. Any suggestions?

[EricTheCarGuy]

@ddurbin0789 Remember that the smooth side is for the back of the belt and the 'toothed' side goes into the ribbed pulleys. It may take some time to figure out the exact routing however but keep trying and you should be able to work it out. Good luck.

[renarudo1]

Does this apply to an acura integra I have to change my accessory belts this monday if possible. Help?

[BuhlzI]

Stay dirty....Thanks for putting up with us :)

[tosunka]

this was great! hey ETCG could you do one on the power steering belt

[brutalyzedbytv]

Hey, this is great! Thanks, ETCG! I had a scary belt-breaking incident 2 days ago, which also knocked loose an antifreeze hose. For me, the best part of this video is you pointing out the belt diagram---stamped inside the hood! This after I spent the better part of today, in the library & on Internet, searching for a belt diagram to match my 1993 Ford Taurus. DUH! Your other points are incisive time savers as well. You deserve a raise!

[genx1973]

My belt broke while driving down the freeway. It's pretty scary losing power steering while driving 70 mph.

[Antvald1]

Hey Eric, Thanks' for sharing your knowledge! You are not a selfish dude. I always share my skills with people also. I figure it doesn't take nothing from one candle to light another candle. God see's our hearts and wants people to help each other. God Bless, and Thanks' again Anthony

[Matteo432]

Just got a new belt for my truck, the number on the old belt is 6pk2325 and the new belt says 6pk2325, is that a negligible difference?

[helenamen]

THANKS

[TheWillygood]

Thanks!

[sweetcdn1966]

Will let you know how it goes :o) don't have to change it yet..but I know I will soon enough! Thank goodness for youtube video!