I've got a feeling they are all squealing from time to time. I've tried adjusting the alternator belt but think it has now reached its limit.

All belts are in good order and were checked by zedworld not long back.

Is there a diagram that shows the tensioner locations etc so I can understand which direction to tighten etc?

 

Cheers :)

Anyone?

31 views and no-one can help?

 

If anyone can assist it would be appreciated :)

lol...i'll try

did you actually undo the locking nut before winding the belt tensioner? you can still wind the tension one thinking its moving the belt, but the locking nut prevents it

 

hope that was it :D

Thanks uno, I assume this would be for the alternator?

I also need adjustment locations of the other belts

 

Cheers

its only the power steering on that side with the alt belt....if you have air con 'tis other side unless you've junked it so might be missing....basically all of them have a front facing nut which when nipped up stops the unit from swinging side to side...you need to slacken the front nut/bolt then either wind the adjusting screw or use a lever in the case of the air con unit....something like that...bit hazy in recalling much today...jack/lift the car up and go in from under the front its the best way to do them bud

cheers

Edited February 5, 201015 yr by Uno

The alternator tension bolt = clockwise to adjust outwards.

 

If you have an aftermarket under drive pulley, even with the belts tight, with water they tend to squeal, mine does it when really wet or go through a puddle. I had them checked recently and they were all tight.

 

Its obvious when you get under the car and see the bolts, which is why its hard to find a diagram, ive searched lots of the usual sites and get a couple of pics of the alternator and tensioner but no explanations or instructions as such.

A simply and quick remedy is some dry clear lubricant in spray form (partco, in a can). It will help the belt grip the metal pulley.

 

Al.

Thanks for the replies. I still have the air con, but I think the alternator belt is the culprit...It was changed when I had my cambelt done and has more than likely stretched a bit and needs the locking nut loosening so I can adjust the tension.

Belt spray works for a short while but not a permanent fix.

 

Cheers again.