Belt replacement for 2006 Honda Accord VP

[Hamad]

My Accord passed the 200’000 miles and the original belt still looks OK (no cracks).

I don’t have any problem of any kind with the car,

I know it is an easy job to replace the belt, but I believe the current belt is more stretched than the new one, and I think the new one would put more pressure on the pullyes and the tensioner.

the only thing I noticed is that the color of the belt is turning BROWN ( please see attached picture)

Any advice whether to replace it or just to buy a belt and keep it in the trunk along with a 14 mm long ratchet

thanks

Alganis
2006 Honda Accord VP ( 4 Cylinder)

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[exceptionalchris]

Cant see picture. which belt are we talking about?

[Hamad]

sorry , something happened for the picture, I’ll try to reload it.

it is the serpentine belt.

[exceptionalchris]

If you see cracks or tears then I recommend you replace it. It is possible for the belt to brake and damage a pulley. I have some this happen a few times I might add.

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