Where do you find drive belt routing?

Where do you find drive belt routing?

Most vehicles nowadays usually have a belt routing sticker located somewhere in the engine compartment, making it even easier.

How much is a serpentine belt for a 2003 Ford Focus?

The average cost for a Ford Focus serpentine belt replacement is between $103 and $116. Labor costs are estimated between $49 and $62 while parts are priced at $54.

How do you replace an alternator belt?

Disconnect the car battery and loosen the auto-tensioner using either a breaker bar or a socket wrench. Once the tension is released, slide the belt off the pulleys. Get the new alternator belt and run it through the pulleys in the same way as the old belt, snaking it around the alternator pulley last.

Where can I get a belt diagram?

Where can I find a belt routing diagram for my engine? A: Commonly a belt routing diagram sticker is on the underside of the hood or in the engine compartment. If there is no diagram, make a sketch of the belt and pulleys before removing the belt. This will help you re-route the new belt correctly.

How do you release a tensioner?

Turn the bolt head in the center of the spring-loaded arm of the belt tensioner counterclockwise with a ratchet and socket to loosen the bolt. The tensioner will rotate freely before it comes to a stop. When the spring-loaded arm comes to a stop, continue to turn the bolt until the bolt loosens.

Can a serpentine belt be to tight?

If the belt is too tight, it will cause excessive side loads and overheat the bearings. This in turn causes noise, decreased output and even the seizing of the alternator. If the belt is too loose, it will cause the alternator to slip. This slipping can cause the alternator and the battery to work harder.

When should the timing belt be changed on a Ford Focus?

According to our information the manufacturer’s recommended change interval for the belt, tensioner and idler on the Focus ST is 125,000 miles or 120 months. However, we would always recommend contacting the manufacturer/dealer for advice as change intervals are subject to change by the manufacturer from time to time.

How much is a serpentine belt for a 2000 Ford Focus?

The Best in Auto Repair The average cost for a Ford Focus serpentine belt replacement is between $103 and $116. Labor costs are estimated between $49 and $62 while parts are priced at $54.

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