1997 Honda Accord Repair Question
Topics covered: Alternator, Idler pulley, Power steering.
Mileage: 150,000 miles.
Mileage: 150,000 miles.
Asked on September 2, 2011
1997 Accord LX serpentine belt issue
I'm having an issue releasing the tension from the serpentine belt on my accord. There is no idler pulley for the drive belt that controls the alternator and ac compressor. there is a separate belt for power steering which was easy enough to change. However I'm having trouble getting the alternator to dip down enough to get the belt around the pulley. I wanted to know what I need to remove or loosen to get the belt on.
Asked by DogmaticTaxAnswer
Replied on September 2, 2011
If you have to, remove the alternator. I don't know any tricks for removal. Picture below.
Replied on September 2, 2011
You need to release the adjusting and lock nut and push the alternator downwards to release the belt tension.
Replied on September 2, 2011
Sorry, I thought that was obvious. My fault.