how do you replace 1997 alternator belt
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∙ 15y agoLoosen the tensioner bolt on your 1997 Kia alternator. Move the alternator to the left. The alternator belt will become loose and can be replaced.
You have to find the alternator then look at where it is connected to the motor there will be a slide mechanism that you will have to loosen which will release the slack on the belt so you can get it off.
can you change the alternator belt in a 1998 Chevy metro from under the car.
Remove the cables from the alternator. Remove the wiring harness. Remove the alternator belt. Remove the retaining bolts. Reverse the process to install your new alternator.
To replace the alternator belt on a Citroen Berlingo, you have to locate the tensioner. You can loosen it to replace it.
BeltsYes, you must remove all of the belts to replace the alternator belt. The compressor belt first, then the power steering belt then the alternator belt.
The alternator is basically the tensioner on a three cylinder Metro. The bolt that holds the alternator tight to its adjustment bracket must be loosened. You may need to pry on the alternator to slide it so the belt will be loose enough to remove. After you have removed the old belt and put the new one in the correct way, the alternator will definitely need to be pried on to tighten belt, then tighten bolt on adjuster. Just be careful what you pry on.
You need to losten the screws on the alternator to losen the belt, then you can take it off, and replace it.
replace alternator belt
http://www.handymanlyness.com/archives/auto/repair/electrical/alternator/replace/99_gmc.HTML This shows pics for replacing an alternator but requires removing the serpentine belt. http://www.handymanlyness.com/archives/auto/repair/electrical/alternator/replace/99_gmc.HTML This shows pics for replacing an alternator but requires removing the serpentine belt.
it goes on the crank water pump and alternator
1. Suspect the belt is loose. Tighten it or use belt dressing. 2. Bearings are worn out on the alternator. Replace the alternator. 3. Poor workmanship on a rebuilt alternator. Replace the alternator.