I usually hold my breath when changing the pully, but some folks need air or they'll pass out.
To release the alternator tension on a 1999 Mazda 626 V6, first, locate the tensioner pulley, which is typically near the alternator. Use a wrench or ratchet to rotate the tensioner pulley counterclockwise, which will loosen the serpentine belt. Once the tension is released, you can slide the belt off the alternator's pulley. Afterward, you can remove the alternator if needed.
To replace the idler tensioner pulley on a 2002 Mazda Tribute, first, disconnect the negative battery terminal for safety. Then, locate the idler pulley, loosen the tensioner by using a wrench on the tensioner bolt, and remove the serpentine belt from the pulley. Remove the mounting bolts of the idler pulley, replace it with the new pulley, and reassemble by reversing the steps, ensuring the serpentine belt is properly aligned before reconnecting the battery.
There should be a spring loaded tensioner pulley. If the pulley isn't holding the belt sufficiently tight you may need to replace the tensioner.
To change the alternator belt on a Mazda 323, first remove the right hand air shield under the can. Then locate the pulley tensioner of the AC and loosen the bolts on the pulley. Finally, remove the alternator pivot bolt under the alternator to remove the old alternator belt and replace with a new one.
THERE IS A BELT TENSIONER BELOW AND JUST TO THE RIGHT OF THE FAN PULLEY. LOOSEN IT COMPLETELY, AND THE NEW BELT SHOULD FIT RIGHT ON. THEN TIGHTEN THE TENSIONER TO TIGHTEN THE BELT, AND YOUR DONE. GOOD LUCK, DANNY.
Loosen the 17mm bolt in the middle of the pulley. Loosen the belt tensioner, and the pulley should slide off with a little help. Make sure to nothing the little key-way that lines the pulley up.
To remove the serpentine belt from a 2001 Mazda Protege, first, locate the tensioner pulley. Use a wrench or a ratchet with the appropriate socket to rotate the tensioner counterclockwise, which will relieve the tension on the belt. While holding the tensioner in this position, slide the belt off the pulleys. Finally, carefully release the tensioner and remove the belt completely.
To change the drive belt on a Mazda Tribute, first, ensure the engine is off and cool. Remove the engine cover if applicable, and then locate the drive belt and tensioner. Use a wrench to relieve tension on the tensioner pulley, allowing you to slip the old belt off. Install the new belt by following the routing diagram, ensuring it's properly seated on all pulleys, and then release the tensioner to secure the belt in place. Finally, double-check the belt alignment before starting the engine.
To remove the belt tensioner on a Mazda B2300, first, disconnect the negative battery terminal to ensure safety. Then, use a ratchet and appropriate socket to relieve tension on the serpentine belt by rotating the tensioner pulley. Once the belt is loose, remove it from the tensioner and any other pulleys. Finally, unbolt the tensioner from its mounting position and carefully remove it from the engine.
To tighten the serpentine belt on a 1999 Mazda 626 with a 2.0-liter engine, locate the tensioner pulley. Use a wrench or socket to rotate the tensioner counterclockwise, which will relieve tension on the belt. Once the belt is properly positioned, release the tensioner to apply tension to the belt. Make sure the belt is aligned correctly on all pulleys before starting the engine.
right side / pass. side has mark on outside rigtht and left has it on outside left, a arrow shape in the metal. bottom crankshaft pulley is 12 o'clock top center. i believe you need to repklace tensioner when doind tim belt replacement and i have been struggling to get the belt on due to cannot push back the spring loaded tensioner pulley. may be a stuck tensioner.
Most likely there is a spring loaded device called a belt tensioner. There is a pulley on it with a bolt or square inset in it. sometime a socket or 3/8" drive extention can be used to move the pulley and release the tension on the belt.