When did the serpentine belt come off my Chrysler?
The 3.3L and 3.8L engines are the ones with the most problems when it comes to the engine belt coming off. The model years are 1996 through 2001, but I’ve seen older and newer ones do the same thing. Automobiles with this engine option installed are some of the most popular ever built.
Is the AC compressor capable of breaking the serpentine belt?
Thank David. Hi there, yes, the air conditioning compressor is capable of breaking the serpentine belt a couple of ways. If the AC compressors seizes while operating, the shock load can snap the serpentine belt. If the AC clutch bearing seizes while the AC compressor is not operating, the belt can snap then as well.
Why does my serpentine belt keep popping off?
Plus, an important tip for removing some pain when doing the job. The Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Caravan and Voyager have a tendency to throw the serpentine belt after driving through a puddle. In my opinion this problem is not limited to minivans. If you have a V6 in a Chrysler product this kit is the solution for the belt popping off.
What to do when your serpentine belt breaks?
The ac clutch wheel is still spinning so I disconnect the compressor so it can act as a bypass until I am able to replace it then installed a new belt. However the belt broke after a couple to drives. Will replacing tension and idle pulley resolve the issue of the belt breaking?
Plus, an important tip for removing some pain when doing the job. The Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Caravan and Voyager have a tendency to throw the serpentine belt after driving through a puddle. In my opinion this problem is not limited to minivans. If you have a V6 in a Chrysler product this kit is the solution for the belt popping off.
Thank David. Hi there, yes, the air conditioning compressor is capable of breaking the serpentine belt a couple of ways. If the AC compressors seizes while operating, the shock load can snap the serpentine belt. If the AC clutch bearing seizes while the AC compressor is not operating, the belt can snap then as well.
The 3.3L and 3.8L engines are the ones with the most problems when it comes to the engine belt coming off. The model years are 1996 through 2001, but I’ve seen older and newer ones do the same thing. Automobiles with this engine option installed are some of the most popular ever built.
Why does my Dodge Caravan throw the serpentine belt?
The Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Caravan and Voyager have a tendency to throw the serpentine belt after driving through a puddle. In my opinion this problem is not limited to minivans.
The Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Caravan and Voyager have a tendency to throw the serpentine belt after driving through a puddle. In my opinion this problem is not limited to minivans.
What’s the best way to replace a serpentine belt?
Auto tensioners have either a hole that will fit a half inch drive ratchet, or a bolt you can use a socket to apply pressure to. Insert the wrench or place the socket over the bolt on the tensioner and twist it away from the belt to relieve the tension on it.
How often to replace serpentine belt in Chrysler Town and Country?
Replace tension on the belt using your wrench on the tensioner pulley bolt. Run the engine and check for flapping, noises or other signals that there is a problem with belt installation. The manufacturer recommends checking the belts every 15,000 miles or 12 months for replacement due to normal wear.
How do you tighten the belt on a serpentine car?
To correct the problem, tighten your belt. Open the hood and locate the adjustment screw that controls tension on the serpentine belt. This screw is typically a wing-nut located near the alternator and is in plain view. Place the socket end of the socket wrench over the wing-nut and turn clockwise to apply tension.
How big is the misalignment on a Chrysler serpentine belt?
In the TSB I read, Chrysler’s engineers have decided on some models the idler pulley is misaligned by .08 inches. This is why I couldn’t see misalignment with my naked eye.
Do you need a serpentine belt for Mopar?
For this reason I recommend getting a special serpentine belt tool to give you the extra leverage needed to fully disengage the tension spring. This assures you’ll get just enough slack to squeeze the ribbed side of the belt over the ridge guide. Overall I’ve had little experience with Mopar products.