Most cars and trucks today have what is called a serpentine belt which runs most accessories.They are very dependable and usually easy to replace. To decide if your belt needs replacing, simply look at the grooved side of the belt to see if it is cracking badly. A couple of cracks every 3 inches is normal, but if you see cracks every 1-2 inches I would recommend that you replace it. On most cars and trucks the procedure is basically the same. First off, get the correct belt by bringing your cars VIN number to the parts store(located on your cars dashboard) the parts store may need it. If there are two choices, get them both so you can complete the repair. Once you have the correct belt, take a minute to review how the belt runs across the pulleys and also check to see if your car/ truck has a underhood diagram of belt routing in case you need it. In most cases you will need a socket wrench or breaker bar with either a 3/8" and /or 1/2" head on it and possibly a short extension. Some models may require a wrench of these similar sizes.Now that you are ready to go to work, you will need to find the spring loaded tensioner which is generally located near the top of the belt path; it usually has a shinny pulley on it. Look at the tensioner and insert the tool into it and apply opposing pressure to release the belt.Now, simply install the new belt making sure it fits into the grooves on all the pulleys. Start the car to check it and you are done and you saved yourelf some money!
A spring loaded pully that keeps the serpentine belt tight
I found this information with a diagram of the serpentine belt. Hope it helps.
How do you route a serpentine belt on a 1992 Cierra Oldsmobile
TAke a wrench and put on the tensoiner and take the tension off of the belt and slip it off. Then thread the new one on as per the schematic on the fan shroud. If it isn't there. draw one before you take it off. Don't rely on memory.
My husband and my brother in law need a diagram so they can get my car done. please thank you
My 1992 Olds Delta 88 has the serpentine belt diagram on the top of the radiator
all u have to do is take it out and then put it back in
replacing achieva serpentine on a 96i have a 96 and you have to completely remove the motor mount and all of the bolts holding it on the engine to replace the belt,also carefully jack up the engine since it will fall on the ground if you take off the mount
i need diagrama for serpentine belt for 2000 aurora
That info should be under the hood in the engine compartment, if not get a repair manual or use the internet to see if you can find the diagram that you need.
push back on tensioner, then re move belt.
To replace the serpentine belt on a 1997 Oldsmobile LSS, first, locate the belt routing diagram, typically found on a sticker near the radiator or under the hood. Use a wrench to relieve tension on the tensioner pulley and remove the old belt. Route the new serpentine belt according to the diagram, ensuring it sits properly on all pulleys. Finally, release the tensioner to secure the belt, and double-check the alignment before starting the engine.