2007 Dodge Caliber Accessory Drive Belts Removal?

In this chapter details are provided to remove and install drive belts.
The complete procedure with details and diagrams to replace dodge caliber serpentine belt.

The details are as follows:---


Adjustment details for drive belts:---
Periodic drive belt tensioning is not necessary, because an automatic spring-loaded tensioner is used with these belts to maintain proper adjustment at all times.

Inspection Procedure for accessory belt:---

Inspect the drive belt for signs of glazing or cracking. A glazed belt will be perfectly smooth from slippage, while a good belt will have a slight texture of fabric visible. Cracks will usually start at the inner edge of the belt and run outward. All worn or damaged drive belts should be replaced immediately.

Although many manufacturers recommend that the drive belt(s) be inspected every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or more, it is really a good idea to check them at least once a year, or at every major fluid change. Whichever interval you choose, the belts should be checked for wear or damage. Obviously, a damaged drive belt can cause problems should it give way while the vehicle is in operation. But, improper length belts (too short or long), as well as excessively worn belts, can also cause problems. Loose accessory drive belts can lead to poor engine cooling and diminished output from the alternator, air conditioning compressor or power steering pump. A belt that is too tight places a severe strain on the driven unit and can wear out bearings quickly.

Serpentine drive belts should be inspected for rib chunking (pieces of the ribs breaking off), severe glazing, frayed cords or other visible damage. Any belt which is missing sections of 2 or more adjacent ribs which are ¹ / ₂ in. (13mm) or longer must be replaced. You might want to note that serpentine belts do tend to form small cracks across the backing. If the only wear you find is in the form of one or more cracks are across the backing and NOT parallel to the ribs, the belt is still good and does not need to be replaced.

Fig. Inspect the wear patterns for the serpentine drive belt.

Removal & Installation Details for drive belt:---

1. Using a wrench, rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise until the belt can be removed from the pulleys.
2. Remove the accessory drive belt.

To install

1. Install the accessory drive belt around all of the pulleys except for the alternator.
2. Using a wrench, rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise until the belt can be installed over the alternator pulley.
3. Release the spring tensioner onto the accessory drive belt.

Drive Belt Routing Diagram:---

 

Fig. Drive belt (2) components: Power steering pump (1), Alternator (3), Crankshaft pulley (6), Water pump (7), Automatic belt tensioner (8)-1.8L, 2.0L & 2.4L Engines

These details will help.

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