When to change the serpentine belt on a Honda Accord?
If the pulley is not wobbling, or making any excessive noise, then it’s probably ok. The marks will give you an indicator of how much the old belt has stretched, but that’s all. At 130k miles, you should probably change the belt anyway. If the pulley is not wobbling, or making any excessive noise, then it’s probably ok.
How to find a genuine Honda Accord drive belt?
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Which is the best belt for an accord?
IMO, Continental belt and tensioner are the best on the market. I just did the belt on my 2009 LX and went with a Dayco (I like their W design with Kevlar) but I think any name brand will do you just fine. As others have written, if the tensioner is functioning properly now, it’ll be fine with your new belt setup.
Do you need to replace the serpentine belt tensioner?
Serpentine belt is easy to replace. If you don’t have problems now, just get any brands anywhere, you’ll be fine. Specific brands may work better than others when you already have a problem. Belt tensioner is basically a spring with two pulleys. The can last the life time of a car. No need to replace unless there is a problem.
How often should I change the serpentine belt on a Honda Accord?
How often should I replace the serpentine belt? It is recommended to replace the serpentine belt in your Honda every 60,000 – 100,000 miles or as necessary if it appears damaged. This guide covers changing the serpentine belt (drive belt) on a 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007 Honda Accord with the 2.4L engine (4 cyl.).
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What kind of wrench do I need to replace serpentine belt?
The automatic-tension pulley. A serpentine belt wrench is definitely optimal here, but a very long handled 12 mm open ended box wrench will work as well. You may need a second person for this part of the job. Put the wrench on the nut in the center of the pulley, and crank back on it clockwise with a significant amount of force.
What happens if your fingers get caught in the serpentine belt?
Be sure that your fingers and your helper’s fingers are completely clear of the belt when the tensioner is released back to normal. The belt is very tight, which will cause a serious injury if your fingers get caught between the belt and pulley. Start the engine and stand clear of the belt.