When to replace the serpentine belt in a Toyota Tundra?
This belt is kept tight against these pulleys by a belt tensioner. Over time, the rubber serpentine belt will stretch out, and eventually the tensioner won’t be able to preserve the tightness in the belt any longer. When this happens, you have to replace the serpentine belt, a task which should take about 15 minutes to complete.
Where is the belt routing diagram on a Toyota Tundra?
Find the belt routing diagram for the engine and keep it nearby when you work on the belts. Alternatively, locate the belt routing diagram under the hood of the Tundra. Locate the tensioner on the front of the engine. Use the 3/8-inch breaker bar and a socket to turn the tensioner counter-clockwise.
How much does it cost to replace a serpentine belt?
I have the tech also replace the serpentine belt at the same time. The belt costs about $5 – $10 and the shop replaces it at no additional labor cost. I once drove home from about 100 miles away in a snowstorm and 20 degree weather. I put my 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass in the garage and went to bed.
This belt is kept tight against these pulleys by a belt tensioner. Over time, the rubber serpentine belt will stretch out, and eventually the tensioner won’t be able to preserve the tightness in the belt any longer. When this happens, you have to replace the serpentine belt, a task which should take about 15 minutes to complete.
There is typically a belt routing diagram located under the hood that shows the proper belt routing for the particular engine equipped in the truck. These decals have a tendency to peel off or wear away, so if your decal is not legible, refer to your owner’s manual or draw a diagram to aid in belt installation.
I have the tech also replace the serpentine belt at the same time. The belt costs about $5 – $10 and the shop replaces it at no additional labor cost. I once drove home from about 100 miles away in a snowstorm and 20 degree weather. I put my 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass in the garage and went to bed.
Find the belt routing diagram for the engine and keep it nearby when you work on the belts. Alternatively, locate the belt routing diagram under the hood of the Tundra. Locate the tensioner on the front of the engine. Use the 3/8-inch breaker bar and a socket to turn the tensioner counter-clockwise.
Is the timing belt on a Toyota Tundra weak point?
Timing belt and water pump were done recently. The radiator is a known weak point on the first gen Tundras leading to the “pink milkshake” for some people. It’s also an inexpensive part.
When did Toyota Tundra go into limp mode?
Dash rattle LED Lights Remote start in 2006 2003 Tundra LIMP MODE!!!! Discussion in ‘ 1st Gen Tundras (2000-2006) ‘ started by FirstGenVol, Dec 18, 2018 .