How do you change a AC compressor belt?

How do you change a AC compressor belt?

Step 3: Remove & Replace Belt.

1. Loosen (but do not remove) the four bolts (1) holding the motor in place.
2. Shift the motor towards the pump. The belt should be loose and easily removable.
3. Move the motor back to the original position to create proper belt tension.
4. Tighten the motor bolts.
5. Replace the belt. (

How do you remove an AC compressor belt?

Locate the belt tensioner. This a small pulley usually located below and off to one side of the alternator. Use a ratchet and socket to turn the nut on the tensioner pulley. This will move the pulley and let tension off of the serpentine belt so you can remove it.

How hard is it to replace an AC belt?

Serpentine belt replacement is easy because today’s automatic drive belt tensioners eliminate the need to loosen bolts or pry components into position for retensioning. Just rotate the tensioner, remove the old belt and install a new one.

What happens if the AC belt breaks?

The serpentine belt is also known as an alternator belt, fan belt, or accessory drive belt. If your serpentine belt wears out, becomes damaged or contaminated, or breaks, engine accessories will not be able to spin at the proper speed, leading to decreased power to the electrical system.

How much does it cost to fix an AC belt?

It is very inexpensive to replace a serpentine belt whether it’s broken or loose. The replacement cost is only going to be between $100 and $200 in most cases. The belt itself will cost between $25 and $80 while the labor costs will probably be between $75 and $120. Taxes and fees will be added onto these prices too.

What does a worn belt sound like?

Symptoms of a broken serpentine belt include loud slapping, squealing or knocking noises coming from under the hood. The battery-shaped charging system warning light might also come on because the alternator will stop charging the battery. If a car has a hydraulic power steering pump, the steering will become stiff.

When should I replace my belt tensioner?

Appearance: Cycle the tensioner (mounted on the engine) through the entire range of motion (from stop to stop) by applying torque to the arm with a wrench. The tensioner arm should move smoothly and freely. Solution: If you notice a binding, sticking or grinding tensioner arm, the tensioner should be replaced.

How much does a new belt cost?

Of course, it depends on your make and model as well as labor costs, but in general a replacement serpentine belt costs around $70-$200 (plus taxes and fees), including around $50 for the belt and around $150 for the labor.

How long do drive belts last?

Under ideal conditions, a belt should stick with you for an average of 60,000 to 100,000 miles. Pretty impressive. However, some belts are manually tensioned and may need to be adjusted. Others have a self-tensioning mechanism that can experience wear over time and may need to be serviced.

Why does my belt bend when I wear it?

The short answer is the belt is molding to your body style. Belts will mold and form to your body much like a pair of leather shoes will. Each person will have varying degrees of curving on the belt based on their body size, weight, and how they wear their pants. These belts will curve less than a lighter weight belt.