![]() It's a really easy job that anyone can do. ![]() Reinstall the radiator fan and enjoy worry free driving! Then install the AC belt exactly as it was taken off checking to make sure that it is installed properly.ġ2. ![]() (Notice the cracking on my old serpentine belt that indicated that it was needing to be replaced.)ġ1. If they are not, the belt will most likely break. Make sure that the grooves are riding in the pulleys by following them around with your finger. Taking care to work slowly install the serpentine belt exactly as you took it off. Old serpentine belt on the bottom and new on the top (notice the cracking)ġ0. Old AC belt on top and the new on the bottom Be extra careful with this tensioner to make slow movements, because it will snap back with a lot of force! Work Slowly! I found it more useful to pull up the wrench to release the tension. The picture shows the 3/8" ratchet, but I eventually switched to a 1/2" breaker bar to give myself better leverage to get the job done. Also using the T50 torx socket, rotate the serpentine belt tensioner clockwise. I found it easiest to push down on the wrench to remove the belt.ĩ. Using the T50 torx socket, rotate the AC tensioner clockwise and remove the belt. Stop and make a quick diagram of how the belts pass around the pulleys so when you put them back on, it will work like it used to!Ĩ. (They will most likely fly off into your engine bay, so be alert!)ħ. Use a stubby screwdriver and be careful not to hit the radiator when you're prying. Using a small screwdriver pry off the dust caps on the two tensioners. Remove the dust covers and take the old belts offĦ. Turn the Serpentine tensioner clockwise and remove the belt Turn the AC tensioner clockwise and remove the belt It will make sense when you are looking at it.) (When putting it back into the engine bay, make sure the bottom clips are holding it securely. Carefully remove the radiator fan by pulling it straight up. On the drivers side remove the plastic rivet with a screwdriver.ĥ. (Pictures are shown from the direction of the engine).Ĥ. On the passenger side of the car, remove the wires and the T25 Torx screw from the radiator fan. Please consult a manual or another source for automatic transmission fan removal.)ģ. These directions are for manual transmission cars. (Note: Automatic transmission cars have a mechanical fan and the removal is different. ![]() Remove the electrical connections and the torx screw Remove the neck from the air box by squeezing on the two vertical sides of the ducting. ![]() Be careful with the rivets, because they will break.Ģ. Remove the ducting from the top of the radiator. Using a screwdriver pry up on the three plastic rivets and take them out. Plus they are fairly cheap so if you're in the mile range, just go ahead and do it. They will look cracked when they are starting to get worn, so this is a good indication. Your belts should be changed somewhere between 60-90k miles. You just need a little patience and about 30 minutes of spare time (if you're taking your time). BMW330CI.NET AND ITS OWNER/CREATOR DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR INJURIES THAT RESULT FROM ANY USE OF THE EXAMPLES, INSTRUCTIONS OR OTHER INFORMATION ON THIS PAGE.Ĭhanging your belts isn't difficult at all. THE USE OF THIS INFORMATION IS FOR YOUR REFERENCE ONLY. "" web site nor it's owner/creator, can not and does not provide any warranty, expressed or implied, about the accuracy or use of information found on "" web site. The information provided at "" web site is "as is" with all faults and without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, or arising from a course of dealing, usage or trade practice. Do-It-Yourself information for the modifications I've completedĭo-It-Yourself information for essential wear and tear itemsĪrticles covering all the ways to maintain your car ![]()
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