Serpentine belt replacement on Toyota

[automechanic]

2007 Toyota yaris with a 1.5L, how do I change the serpentine belt?

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[kevin gosselin]

Look at the alternator. You should see 1 bolt that control the adjustment. You also have 1 bolt underneath as well (long one) the both of them should be loosen up to the alternator will come loose. Then you remove the belt, compare with your new one for same length, You will need a pry bar of some sort to put tension on the alternator and re-secure both bolt. Check how tight the belt was before removal so it will give you an idea how tight the belt should be. Let the car run for 5 to 10 minutes and then shut the engine off. Re-check the belt tension. If it’s satisfactory, you are done 😉

Draw a picture of the belt routine with the pulley before you get unsure after you remove the belt. It’s not a complex one but better take the time that way then scratching you head later 😉

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[EricTheCarGuy]

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[automechanic]

this is very helpful. i watch all of your videos and i support you the best i can keep up the good work.

[crandall]

On some Toyotas like the Camry, you will get better access if you take off the front passenger wheel and then the plastic wheel shroud at the top. This will give you better access to the belt if it is on that side of the engine.

[EricTheCarGuy]

[quote=”automechanic” post=98200]this is very helpful. i watch all of your videos and i support you the best i can keep up the good work.[/quote]

Thanks and good luck with that job.

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