What size wrench do I need for tensioner pulley?

Inspect the belt tensioner pulley to see what size gap it has for a tool to fit in. If the gap is 1/2 wide and square, as is the case in many vehicles, a standard 1/2 inch ratchet will be sufficient.

What tools do you need to change a serpentine belt?

Tools/Supplies Needed:

1. ratchet and socket set.
2. torque wrench.
3. new replacement belt.
4. new tensioner.
5. new pulley.
6. wrench set.
7. jack and axle stands or ramps.

How do you change a Honda serpentine belt?

Honda Accord: How to Replace Serpentine Belt

1. Step 1 – Locate the tensioner pulley. From a front-on angle, the tensioner pulley is below and to the left of the top most large pulley.
2. Step 2 – Loosen the belt.
3. Step 3 – Remove and replace the belt while the tension is off.
4. Step 4 – Start the engine and inspect the belt.

How do you release tension on a tensioner pulley?

If equipped with a tensioner screw, back off the tensioner screw. Then, push the alternator toward the other pulleys, loosening the belt. To loosen an NAI tensioner, loosen the locking nut or bolt, then back off the tensioner screw. Push the pulley toward the other pulleys or accessories, loosening the belt.

Does Advance Auto change serpentine belts?

We carry the best serpentine belts available on the market, so you can replace yours in an afternoon (it’s a good idea to replace the belt tensioner as well).

How far can you drive without a serpentine belt?

How long will my car run with a broken serpentine belt? There are a few variables involved in the answer, but it should be able to run between 20 to 90 minutes. If it is a hot summer day, your engine can overheat very quickly without the coolant being pumped through the radiator.

When should serpentine belts be replaced?

How often does a serpentine belt need to be replaced? Serpentine belts are built to last—much longer than before because of advancements in rubber technology. Under ideal conditions, a belt should stick with you for an average of 60,000 to 100,000 miles.

What noise does a bad idler pulley make?

Squealing. When the engine is idling, a bad pulley may make a squealing sound. This is due to the bearings in the pulley going bad. The bearings may also make various other sounds such as clattering or even a rumbling sound, making the vehicle sound as if there was much more wrong than a bad pulley.

What is proper belt tension?

The proper tension is the lowest tension at which the belt won’t slip or squeal under peak load. However, there is still a wide range of tension between these two extremes in which a drive will operate sufficiently.