How do you tighten the nut on a serpentine belt?
Place the socket end of the socket wrench over the wing-nut and turn clockwise to apply tension. It is likely not possible to adjust this by hand, so check your socket set for a socket that will fit snugly over the wing-nut so that you can tighten the nut, thereby applying more tension to the serpentine belt.
How do you check a serpentine car belt?
Check the tension of the belt periodically. To do this, grab any area of the belt that is between two pulleys with your fingers. There should be approximately 1/4 inch play in the belt for most vehicles. Do a secondary check of the belt tension. To do this, turn on the vehicle and examine the belt in motion.
What’s the best way to tighten a drive belt?
Step 3: Add tension to the drive belt. Insert the pry bar above the alternator pulley. Apply gentle pressure upwards so that it adds tension to the drive belt. Once the drive belt is moved into its desired tension, tighten the adjustment bolt to lock the belt in place. Then, torque the adjustment bolt to the manufacturer’s specifications.
What happens if your serpentine belt is too loose?
If the serpentine belt is too loose, your alternator will not properly charge your battery and your accessories may not work properly. To correct the problem, tighten your belt.
What happens when you tighten a serpentine belt?
Listen specifically for whining coming from the alternator. If you notice any whine or “pulsing” sound from the alternator, your belt tension is too tight and will damage the alternator. In this case, turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise to loosen the belt and recheck the tension. Do a final check.
How do you replace timing belt on Ford Contour?
Install the timing belt covers. Install the spark plugs and wires. Install the water pump pulley and the idler pulley. Install the motor mount and bracket. Install the coolant recovery tank. Install the drive belt. Reconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the support under the engine. Install the splash guard.
Check the tension of the belt periodically. To do this, grab any area of the belt that is between two pulleys with your fingers. There should be approximately 1/4 inch play in the belt for most vehicles. Do a secondary check of the belt tension. To do this, turn on the vehicle and examine the belt in motion.
What to do if your belt tension is too tight?
Do a secondary check of the belt tension. To do this, turn on the vehicle and examine the belt in motion. Listen specifically for whining coming from the alternator. If you notice any whine or “pulsing” sound from the alternator, your belt tension is too tight and will damage the alternator.