How does the alternator work on a Mazda Protege?
by Grace Mclain. The alternator belt on the 1999 Mazda Protege operates the alternator. The belt runs in the alternator and crankshaft pulleys. When the motor is running, the crankshaft turns the belt around the alternator pulley. Ridges on the inside of the belt travel inside the grooves on the alternator pulley, turning it.
How do you seat a belt on a protege?
Tighten the bolt in the middle of the adjustment pulley with the ratchet and socket. Then, look over the belt to ensure that it is properly seated inside of both accessory pulleys. Crank the Protege and let the motor run for around 10 to 15 seconds to completely seat the belt to the inside of the pulleys.
How do you remove a belt from an alternator?
Locate the adjustable bolt at the top of the adjustment bracket. Loosen the bolt by turning it counterclockwise with the ratchet and the same socket. This will loosen the belt. Slide the belt out from under the adjustment pulley. Then, pull the belt out of the alternator pulley and the crankshaft pulley. Remove the belt from the engine compartment.
How do you loosen a belt on a car?
Locate the adjustable bolt at the top of the adjustment bracket. Loosen the bolt by turning it counterclockwise with the ratchet and the same socket. This will loosen the belt. Slide the belt out from under the adjustment pulley.
Why does my Mazda Protege keep breaking its belts?
I have a 98 Mazda Protege that keeps breaking belts; the alternator belt squeals unless I run it really, really tight. Pulleys are perfect; alignment is perfect; there is not drag and there are no worn bearings on the alternator or the water pump.
Can a Mazda Protege be a reliable car?
I also Have a 1998 mazda protege with the 1.5 liter engine and this will be my second belt i put on within THREE MONTHS other than the belt my car has also been very reliable. I Agree With elrjones it is very frustrating. If anyone has any advice please respond Oh wow. Well, I guess it sucks, but it’s nice to know I’m not the only one.
When does my serpentine belt break the third time?
Hi-My serpentine belt has just broken for the third time. The car will seem sluggish and squeel quite loudly before the belt breaks. It only happens when it’s cold out. Its a 98 Protege and has been a perfect car besides this really annoying problem.
How big of a belt do you need for a Madza pulley?
The problem is the replacement belt does not ride deep enough in Madza pulleys. The replacement belt is .080′” whereas you need .100″. Dayco makes extra layer belts – part no. 5040350 and the other is 5040390.
Where is the adjust bracket on an alternator?
The alternator belt is tensioned inside of the alternator pulley and the crankshaft pulley by an adjustment bracket pulley that is located on the left-hand side of the alternator. Locate the bolt head in the center of the adjustment pulley. Loosen the bolt by turning it counterclockwise with the ratchet and a socket.
I have a 98 Mazda Protege that keeps breaking belts; the alternator belt squeals unless I run it really, really tight. Pulleys are perfect; alignment is perfect; there is not drag and there are no worn bearings on the alternator or the water pump.
I also Have a 1998 mazda protege with the 1.5 liter engine and this will be my second belt i put on within THREE MONTHS other than the belt my car has also been very reliable. I Agree With elrjones it is very frustrating. If anyone has any advice please respond Oh wow. Well, I guess it sucks, but it’s nice to know I’m not the only one.
How much does a Mazda Protege alternator cost?
This is a how-to video on a 1999-2000 Mazda Protege 1.8L Sedan. It is very easy to install and replace your alternator and belts. Total for parts was $200 from my local auto parts store. at the dealer this would be 500-600. I hope this helps. Please Rate Comment and Subscribe! Loading…