Serpentine Belt Replacement Guide
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Remove Front Air Snorkel
Remove the 2 T-15 screws holding the front air snorkel in place.
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Remove Rear Air Snorkel
Pivot the rear air snorkel out of place, releasing the air box retention tabs (white arrow).
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Locate Belt Tensioner
Locate the serpentine belt tensioner, inserting a ratchet with a T-60 socket into place.
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Release Belt Tension
Pull down to the right on the ratchet. This will release the tension from the serpentine belt (white arrow).
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Remove Serpentine Belt
Remove serpentine belt by freeing it off of all pulleys.
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Inspect Old Belt
Inspect the old serpentine belt for for damage that may point to larger issues in the system.
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Install New Serpentine Belt
Install the new serpentine belt into place utilizing the provided serpentine belt diagram.
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Serpentine Belt Diagram
Utilize this diagram to properly route the serpentine belt into place.
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Verify Belt Properly Routed
Ensure the serpentine belt is properly routed into place around all applicable pulleys and there is no overhang present.
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Power On Vehicle
Power the vehicle's engine on to verify the new serpentine belt is installed properly. Listen carefully for abnormal sounds.
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Visually Check Belt
Visually inspect the serpentine belt while vehicle engine is on. Ensure the belt is properly rotating with no abnormal sounds or movements.
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DIY Complete
Good job on the install! Enjoy your new serpentine belt and be sure to inspect your belt every 60,000 miles and replace every 90,000 miles.