Stretch Belt Removal and Installation

In this video I show you a quick and easy way to remove and install a stretch belt. It involves using a stretch belt removal and installer tool linked below.
Stretch belts are becoming more and more common on automobiles. These are belts that do not require a tensioner to make them tight as they have to stretch over the pulleys that they run. In many cases using a special tool to assist in installing these belts can make life a bit more easy.
Note: Vehicle's engine should not be running. Vehicle should be placed into park with the parking brake applied and vehicle should be on a flat surface before performing repairs.
***Note: The vehicle featured in the video is equipped with an automatic transmission. If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission it will be necessary to place the transmission into neutral in order to rotate the crankshaft as shown in the video. Warning: Be sure that the parking brake is applied and that the wheels are chocked when the vehicle is in neutral.
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DISCLAIMER
Barbour's Auto Help is not responsible for any damage or personal injury incurred in the process of performing any auto repairs done by you the viewer. Automotive repair is extremely dangerous. Repair your vehicle at your own risk. It is the viewers responsibility to verify all information and procedures as outlined in YOUR REPAIR MANUAL AND OWNERS MANUAL FOR YOUR VEHICLE. Owning and using a repair manual suited for your vehicle is essential for correctly and safely performing ANY repair to your vehicle. Always wear safety glasses and heed all instructions for use applicable to any piece of equipment you may use. Due to circumstances out of the control of Barbours Auto Help, Barbours Auto Help makes no guarantee that by the use of the information given in this video a quality repair will be made. Barbour'sAutoHelp makes no guarantee that the information provided is totally complete, syncronized and accurate. Verify everything using an appropriate repair manual.

[@jeffthomas5866]

As an FYI, when your stretch belt is on the back/inside part of the pulley, this tool is useless.

[@jondoyle24]

Phenominal, straight to the point video! Simple exanations. Clear video. And u never rambled once like moat others do lol. You rock!

[@kpy3p]

Straight to the point and simple. TY sir.

[@MrSamPhoenix]

Great video man, was having this crazy problem installing a water pump belt on a 2020 Kia Optima (2.4L 4-cylinder) the other day. I hope this tool can help out with this.

[@kag1444]

Thank you! This tool saved me a ton of time…

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Glad it helped!

[@johnmartell807]

Great video direct and to-the-point thank you

[@jw7570]

Great video. Direct step by step instructions!!!!

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rakeember]

great, hadn't gotten the installer was using other method but your tutorial cement the need. keep up the good info

[@danielgarcia4477]

Lot better than my fingers with screwdriver. Thanks for a great video..

[@달사남]

That's really cool. I wonder if this tool can be used for 2020 Hyundai Santafe.

[@ronaldpum]

Thanks for the clear video!!!!

[@alansnider6365]

Very well done, great help.

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Thank you!

[@nutlangsworld]

Excellent video thank you !!!

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

You are welcome!

[@Scottacado]

What’s a good way to get the last groove? It’s being stubborn and not seating itself

[@F.U.andS.T.F.U]

Never knew they came up with something different than belt tensioner. When did they start doing this?

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

I think sometime back around 2000-2005ish. I may be off a bit.

[@F.U.andS.T.F.U]

@@BarboursAutoHelp thanks

[@jrock-xs9vp]

Wow your video was great thanks much .

[@jsteez7656]

Wow I’ve been fighting these my whole life

[@SCALDIE-]

Good video, mate.

[@416Hubert]

Awsome

[@chuckwalla2967]

You can also just snip off the old belt.

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Absolutely! That's my preferred method. However, a lot of times I have to reuse them so I have to remove them.

[@SSTR87]

Thanks. I need edthis video for my daughter and her boyfriend since I’m not there to do it

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Glad It was helpful.

[@RaduMichael]

That's genius.😊

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Love this tool!

[@vanessalima5538]

Can you use this to get a normal serp belt to go on if it's being stubborn/ the tensioner doesn't allow much room for movement?

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

I wouldn't use it for a regular belt. They are not designed to stretch like stretch belts are..

[@commonwealthclick7210]

Would this work for 2010 Range Rover ?

[@marcokawar5459]

Love this tool

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

It really is a great tool.

[@be-radc5275]

So how does this tool work if the belt is riding on the inner most crankshaft pulley?

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

It doesn't. Most likely zip ties will be needed.

[@BlackSunEMT]

Great video bro

[@shunstacks6422]

Does the car need to be in neutral

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Yes, as mentioned in the description of the video.

[@JimmyJohnson-ub4rt]

Great video thank you sir

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Very welcome

[@JamesPetit1]

Great video, thanks

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

My pleasure!

[@williamcunningham1614]

Thank you.

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

You're welcome!

[@joseywales1192]

Whats the caution for doing this with a manual?

[@davidmartin2566]

What is the size that goes on ratchet to turn pulley?

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Depends on what you are working on. If you're not sure just try different sockets till one fits.

[@theeternalretrofuture4664]

Thanks

[@dereksears1814]

Very useful

[@kamranahmed6800]

fantastic thanks

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Most welcome!

[@Siouxperman]

Tool name??

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Link is in description.

[@n86121]

Okay to use on V belts for AC and alternator? Replacing alternator belt 84 Alfa spider can lead to removing radiator! If OKAY, will post to Alfa bulletin board

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

This tool is made to be used specifically with "stretch belts". Unless the belt is a stretch belt then I'd say no. I'm not aware of any "V" style that are "stretch belts". It's my understanding that stretch belts have only been around for a decade...ish....

[@markochman75]

Wouldn’t that stretch the new belt?

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Yes, but it's designed to do this.

[@markochman75]

@@BarboursAutoHelp I think it’s an awesome tool? Especially when I have to get to my tensioning screw, on my Chrysler Concorde LXI? Pain in the ass! Absolutely no room to get a wrench, in there? I love it!

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Just to be clear. The belt is designed to stretch. It's a belt that is made differently than your standard belt. It would not be appropriate to use this tool on a regular serpentine belt.

[@markochman75]

@@BarboursAutoHelp Oh, I see? That’s what I was wondering? It’s a special belt, you have to purchase, also? Along with the belt extractor?

[@racyfreeman317]

Wouldn't a screwdriver or something similar do the same job?

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

It could be done. But it's hard to do without damaging the belt or a pulley. The tool makes it a lot easier and helps to do a better job. But, heck, even zip ties work too.

[@ohioedde]

wow - used :Your own money ? what a novel idea = have you moved into your "own" home ?? did you get your finger caught ?

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Calm down, friend. It was said to make the point that the video wasn't sponsored. Creators have to do it.