Chrysler Crossfire Accessory Drive Belts Removal?

The complete details to replace Drive belt.

The Chrysler Crossfire Accessory drive belt removal.

The details with step by step directions and Helpful diagrams is as follows:----


Adjustment Details says..........
The accessory drive belt is automatically adjusted by the non-adjustable tensioner.

Inspection

Belt replacement is necessary for any or all of the following conditions:

Excessive wear

Frayed cords

Severe glazing

The accessory drive belt may develop minor cracks across the ribbed side (1) due to reverse bending. These minor cracks are considered normal and acceptable. Parallel cracks (2) are not considered normal and should be cause for belt replacement.

NOTE

Do not use any type of belt dressing or restorer on the accessory drive belt.

Fig. Inspect belt for vertical cracks (1) and parallel cracks (2) to the ribs

Removal & Installation

Except SRT

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Remove the engine cover. Grasp both corners of the engine cover and pull up firmly.
   
   CAUTION

   The accessory drive belt tensioner pulley is spring loaded and can injure hands and fingers if allowed to spring back.
3. Rotate the belt tensioner counterclockwise and release the tension on the drive belt.
4. Remove the drive belt from the pulleys.
5. Carefully release the wrench tension on the belt tensioner. 
   
   
   
   Fig. Releasing pressure on the tensioner pulley-except SRT

To install:

1. Route the accessory drive belt onto the engine pulleys.
2. Rotate the belt tensioner counterclockwise and install the accessory drive belt over the tensioner pulley.
3. Release the belt tensioner and remove the wrench.
4. Install the engine cover. Align the engine cover retaining clips to the rubber mounts, and push down firmly to connect engine cover to rubber mounts.
   
   NOTE

   To ease the installation of the engine cover, apply a small amount of lubricant to the engine cover rubber mounts.
5. Start the engine and verify the accessory drive belt is properly routed and seated.

SRT

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Remove the engine cover. Grasp both corners of the engine cover and pull up firmly.
   
   CAUTION

   The accessory drive belt tensioner pulley is spring loaded and can injure hands and fingers if allowed to spring back.
3. Pull the tensioning pulley in a counter clockwise direction.
4. Lock the tensioning pulley with a pin or slowly release the pulley after the belt is free from the area.
5. Remove the belt. 

Fig. Releasing pressure on the tensioner pulley-SRT

To install:

1. Route the accessory drive belt onto the engine pulleys.
2. Install the supercharger idler pulley upper and lower mounting bolts and torque to 15 ft. lbs. (20 Nm).
3. Rotate the belt tensioner counterclockwise and install the accessory drive belt over the tensioner pulley.
4. Release the belt tensioner and remove the wrench.
5. Install the air pump tube assembly to the engine.
6. Install the engine cover. Align engine cover retaining clips to the rubber mounts, and push down firmly to connect engine cover to rubber mounts.
   
   NOTE

   To ease the installation of the engine cover, apply a small amount of lubricant to the engine cover rubber mounts.
7. Start the engine and verify the accessory drive belt is properly routed and seated.

Drive Belt Routing Diagrams Shown Below:----

 

Fig. Accessory drive belt routing-except SRT

Fig. Accessory drive belt routing-SRT

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Caravan and Town & Country Accessory Drive Belt Replacing Procedure?

In this chapter the details are for
Dodge Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country 2.4L Engine, 3.0L Engine, 3.4L and 3.8L Engine models.

Accessory Drive belts removal procedure with diagrams and drive belt related help.

Also details for ........
A/C Compressor & Alternator Belt --

Power Steering Pump Drive Belt --

The procedure is as follows:----

Accessory Drive Belts

Adjustment

2.4L Engine
A/C Compressor & Alternator Belt

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Loosen the locknut at the top and pivot bolt at the bottom of the alternator.
3. Adjust the belt by rotating the adjusting bolt until the correct tension is reached. A new belt should be adjusted to 130-150 lbs. tension. A used belt should be adjusted to 80-90 lbs. tension.
4. After the belt is properly adjusted, tighten the pivot bolt and locknut to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
5. Connect the negative battery cable. 
   
   
   
   Fig. A/C compressor and alternator belt adjustment on the 2.4L engine

Power Steering Pump Drive Belt

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. From above the vehicle, loosen the locking nuts at the top of the power steering pump.
3. Raise and safely support the front of the vehicle securely on jackstands.
4. From underneath the vehicle, loosen the pivot bolt at the bottom of the power steering pump.
5. Rotate the adjusting bolt above the power steering pump to adjust the belt tension. A new belt should be adjusted to 130-150 lbs. tension. A used belt should be adjusted to 80-90 lbs. tension.
6. After the belt is adjusted properly, tighten the pivot bolt to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Tighten the locking nuts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
9. Connect the negative battery cable.

3.0L Engine
Air Conditioning Compressor Belt


 

Fig. Air conditioning compressor belt locknut (A) and adjuster bolt (B) location

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Loosen the locknut on the idler pulley.
3. Loosen the adjuster bolt on the idler pulley.
4. Adjust to specification by tightening the adjusting screw.
5. Tighten the idler pulley locknut to 40 ft. lbs. (55 Nm).
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

Alternator/Power Steering Pump Belt

The alternator/power steering pump belt is provided with a dynamic tensioner to maintain proper belt tension.

3.3L & 3.8L Engines

All of the belt driven accessories on the 3.3L and 3.8L engines are driven by a single serpentine belt. The belt tension is maintained by am automatic tensioner.

All of the belt driven accessories on the 3.3L and 3.8L engines are driven by a single serpentine belt. The belt tension is maintained by an automatic tensioner.

Drive Belt Routings

Fig. Accessory V-belt routing-2.4L engine

Fig. Accessory V-belt routing-3.0L engine

Fig. Accessory V-belt routing-3.3L and 3.8L engines

Inspection

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.

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.

Removal & Installation

2.4L Engine
A/C Compressor And Alternator Drive Belt

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Loosen the locknut at the top and pivot bolt at the bottom of the alternator.
3. Rotate the adjuster screw , on top of the alternator, to decrease the belt tension.
4. Take note of the exact routing of the belt prior to removal. Lift the drive belt from the pulleys and remove it from the engine compartment.
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Accessory drive belt routing for the 2.4L engine

To install:

1. Position the replacement belt around the pulleys, making sure the belt routing is correct.
2. Adjust the belt by rotating the adjusting bolt until the correct tension is reached. Refer to the procedure earlier in this section for belt adjustment.
3. After the belt is installed and/or properly adjusted, tighten the pivot bolt and locknut to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
4. Connect the negative battery cable.

Power Steering Pump Drive Belt

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. From above the vehicle, loosen the locking nuts at the top of the power steering pump.
3. Raise and safely support the front of the vehicle securely on jackstands.
4. From underneath the vehicle, loosen the pivot bolt at the bottom of the power steering pump.
5. Loosen the adjusting bolt above the power steering pump. With the tension released, remove the drive belt.
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Accessory drive belt routing for the 2.4L engine

To install:

1. Install the drive belt around the crankshaft and power steering pump pulleys.
2. Rotate the adjusting bolt clockwise to adjust the belt tension. Refer to the procedure earlier in this section for belt adjustment.
3. After the belt is installed and/or adjusted properly, tighten the pivot bolt to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Tighten the locking nuts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

3.0L OHV & DOHC Engines
Air Conditioning Compressor Belt

Fig. Accessory drive belt routing for the 3.0L engine. The routing diagram can be found in the engine compartment

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Loosen the locknut on the idler pulley.
3. Loosen the adjuster bolt on the idler pulley.
4. Remove the belt and install a replacement.
5. Adjust to specification by tightening the adjusting screw.
6. Tighten the idler pulley locknut to 40 ft. lbs. (55 Nm).
7. Connect the negative battery cable.

Alternator/Power Steering Pump Belt

The alternator/power steering pump belt is provided with a dynamic tensioner to maintain proper belt tension.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise the front of the vehicle and safely support it with jackstands.
3. Remove the right front splash shield.
4. Release tension by rotating the tensioner clockwise.
5. Remove the belt and install a replacement.
6. Proper belt tension is maintain by the dynamic tension.
7. Install the right front splash shield. Lower the front of the vehicle.
8. Connect the negative battery cable.
   
   
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Alternator/power steering pump belt tensioner bolt location

3.3L & 3.8L Engines

All of the belt driven accessories on the 3.3L and 3.8L engines are driven by a single serpentine belt. The belt tension is maintained by am automatic tensioner.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise the front of the vehicle and safely support it with jackstands.
3. Remove the right front splash shield.
4. Release tension by rotating the tensioner clockwise.
5. Remove the belt and install a replacement.
6. Proper belt tension is maintain by the dynamic tension.
7. Install the right front splash shield. Lower the front of the vehicle.
8. Connect the negative battery cable.
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Accessory drive belt adjustment-3.3L and 3.8L engines

These details will help.

Thanks.           

FOR MORE HELP GO TO: ---

Car repair guide?

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