How do you install a serpentine belt on a 1996 Ford Wind star?

Answer 1

First you need to know the belt routing. This should be on a sticker attached to the underside of the hood at the front edge (if not then research it on-line...that is where I found it). Start the belt at the bottom crankshaft pulley then follow the routing schematic for all pulleys but the alternator. Grab a 15mm open wrench and insert it on the belt tensioner pulley bolt located at the back of the engine (the belt should be on this one). The belt tensioner is spring-loaded so draw forward on the wrench until ther is enough slack on the belt to push it onto the alternator pulley. Slowly let the wrench go back creating a tight belt wrap. If it is not tight than you missed a pulley or you have the wrong belt. Removal is the reverse.