replacing a serpentine belt

[Ngtflyr]

What is the trick to serpentine belts, feel like a pig looking at a wristwatch when I look at the belt. Must be a simple way to do it, can anyone enlighten me. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif I hate messing with newer vehicles.

[RPOLS3]

Need to release tension on spring loaded idler pulley (tensioner) then pull off the belt. Check tensioner as it is common for the spring to break over time.

[BARN FIND]

There is usually a square hole to fit a 1/2" drive breaker bar to take the tension off the belt for removal/installation.

[JChlupsa]

At NAPA also they have different sizes and complete sets that cover all vehicles or something like this one below

www.napaonline.com (http://www.napaonline.com)

Serpentine Belt Tool Long Handle Wrench, 3/8"


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Part: SER 341480
Product Line: NAPA Service Tools

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Features & Benefits
Long Handle Wrench
Attributes
Drive Size : 3/8"
Fits Part #(s) : SER3414
Product Application : Ford 1.9 & 2.3L, GM 3.1L

Warranty
Lifetime Warranty on All Non-Serviceable & Non- Disposable Products. Full Sets Do Not Qualify; Individual Items May. Tools Subject To Abuse or Misuse Are Not Covered. NAPA Hand/Service Tools Is Not Liable for Consequential, Incidental or Special Damages.

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