How to replace the drive belts on a 2005 Mazda 3

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How to replace the drive belts including the stretch belt on a 2005 Mazda 3.No special tools needed just your basic tools.

[@wysetech2000]

The first stretchy belt I ever saw I couldn't believe how dumb the idea was but you know I don't think I have ever seen one fail accept when a compressor failed. Now I'm impressed and even bought the correct tools for them. I guess technology isn't all bad. Well done again, Jim.

[@jimthecarguy]

+wysetech2000 Thank you for watching .Your right I've never seen one fail either just a little pain in the a_s to remove and replace :-)

[@dywildatheart]

Jim, i can’t thank you enough. My daughters Mazda needs a new thermostat and new belts. Thanks for the well done videos.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching . I'm happy to help. Don't forget to subscribe.

[@penginpunk]

Thanks for the great video. I tend to poke around and see how a few people do it and saw someone else hold the stretch belt in place with a zip tie while rotating the crank shaft and thought that it was a cool trick. Cheers!

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching and your input.

[@Resurfacingpro]

Best line >"Don't pinch your finger because you gotta realize it'll hurt like hell.." great video I've suscribed.. very helpful.

[@jimthecarguy]

Oh yea it will hurt like heck.Lol

[@jimthecarguy]

Oh yea it will hurt like heck.Lol

[@cochise185]

i have the 08 2.0 and this video was still a great help!!! Thanks!!!

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for your input and for watching

[@quadrivium9]

Thanks for the info on the belt replacement. It is always easier to do a job like this after seeing it done once or twice!

[@jimthecarguy]

I'm happy to help

[@rcjunkin2222]

omg changed it in a half hour !!! thank you so much for the video !!!

[@jimthecarguy]

Great job.

[@ajokpaniovojoel1049]

I Love your video so much,it helped me fix my Mazda CX9 stretch belt for power steering.

[@jimthecarguy]

Great to hear!

[@Roottech25]

what is the name of the tool you used for putting the AC compressor belt on? can you put a link to where to buy one?

[@gordonreeder3451]

Thanks Jim. I've got to do this job on my 2006 Mazda 3. 198K miles and they look like the original belts. Question? How would I go about replacing just the tensioner pulley?

[@normberg1347]

Saved my bacon Jim. Most helpful. Thanks so much.

[@jimthecarguy]

+Norm Berg They were a real pain in the rear end.Thank you for your feedback.

[@ecosystems]

When putting on the AC compressor stretch belt I am off one rib on the AC compressor pulley. I ran the engine thinking that might cause it to properly seat itself. It did not. What to do? Do I have to cut it and start over? Or is there some trick to getting the belt to move over one rib to properly seat itself?

[@jimthecarguy]

Yes the way to move the belt is to rotate the engine with a socket at the same time push the belt to the proper grove.

[@ecosystems]

Thanks, it did the trick!

[@robg4817]

Thanks Jim. Im gonna attempt to do both belts next weekend on my daughters car. I need to buy a decent socket set first. Ill let you know how i get on. thanks

[@jimthecarguy]

Rob G great keep me posted also make sure to buy a good socket set so you don't strip the bolts

[@duaneobryant5206]

Thank you so much , I could not figure out that lower belt.

[@jimthecarguy]

+Duane Obryant Great.Be careful they can be tricky.Let me know how you do.

[@mikehardcoremedina2722]

i did replace both whit out cutting the a/c one

[@heracliogomez6723]

So you unbolted the compressor?

[@ohmycale]

Does the vehicle need to be in neutral and does it matter clock wise or counter clock wise? I've hear differing opinions on this.

[@rcjunkin2222]

ya that was totally useful , going camping this weekend so think I better changer up

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching and your input.

[@elliotbandi5295]

Can you please tell me the belt size and part number?

[@piii8754]

What size or length is the correct one for a 2006 mazda 3? Planning to have the belts changed as well but i have no clue what to buy for now 😢

[@omarmorocho6516]

Hello, im trying to change the belt on a 07 mazda3 but it seems like the belt is too loose, but i know i have the right belt cuz i measure to the old one and it is the same length, now even the old one seems to be too loose, i change the tensioner and still the same problem, please help..

[@Dr-Shlomo-Cohen]

Why not replace the lower right after taking the old one out? Why, lower the car, replace the upper belt first, and lift the car again?

[@jimthecarguy]

I'm happy to help. Watch for the next free tool giveaway coming soon.

[@chucko5006]

Thank you so much for a great video! Really appreciate it.

[@jimthecarguy]

I'm happy to help

[@4TheMotorist]

Hey Jim. Thanks for the great info on this job. I have just replaced my belts and pulley on my Mazda 3 and with your help i have kicked a goal!! Well done. 2 thumbs up. Hi from Australia.

[@rafaelerdei3138]

Hey, I’m from Australia as well, which belts did you buy? I’m worried about the size, 2005 2.3l Mazda 3. Thanks brother.

[@akkachai47]

very helpful vdo, i will work on my mazda this weekend, thanks

[@jimthecarguy]

+akkachai47 Great good luck.If you need any advice let me know.Thank you for your feedback and for watching

[@Ron-h4l]

Jim what should be check on a car before a long road trip Jim.

[@jimthecarguy]

+john1240able Hi John A good question.What I always cheek are as follows.The tire condition and pressure,make sure to check the spare tire also,engine oil,trans oil,antifreeze,washer fluid and wiper blades and last but not least fill the gas tank .Lol Have a safe trip.

[@soxfantony773]

Is it common to change both at once? Only the bigger one is bad on my car

[@jimthecarguy]

soxfantony773 yes I would recommend both at the same time

[@Sergio-iw5pz]

So the 2L engine has 2 belts?

[@dkenney3106]

What size socket is needed to get the AC belt on?

[@whatsittoya3770]

Dustin Kenney 21mm

[@sergiomejia7225]

Great video! It helped a lot

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching

[@goatachi7223]

Thanks Jim!!

[@sprmwales27]

May I ask where you got the replacement belt from ?

[@jimthecarguy]

I deal with a local parts store that sells Gates belts or Napa.

[@calvinbrewington8206]

How much did you charge for the work you did?

[@jimthecarguy]

Actually the labor charge was 1 hour. Depending where you are the hourly rate will vary. Thank you for watching . Don't forget to subscribe.

[@bfitnessjoe]

Calvin Brewington he charged 10 bucks and a six pack

[@222zahier]

shortcut tx

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you

[@SilentServiceCode]

at some point you'll stop calling these 'fan belts'... :)

[@jimthecarguy]

+SilentServiceCode Sometimes it hard to brake old habits.Thank for watching and for noticing what I said.:-)

[@dannybrown3032]

I'm sure he ment drive belts

[@jimthecarguy]

+Danny Brown Hi Danny ,You are correct "drive belts".I guess i'm showing my age by call them fan belts..Lol .Jim

[@danielseven3times729]

I’ve seen every KZbin video on how to put this AC belt in . And they all put it wayyyy to easy ! I called to verify I had the right part number for this car because I was struggling so much. Idk what the F I’m doing different . I’ve tried a whole pack of zip ties already. I’ve tried it this way like in the video a million times . Maybe I should just sell this car . I’m done thanks for your time ..

[@jimthecarguy]

Sometimes it can be difficult. You can buy the tool that is made just for the installation. It is not expensive. Check my Amazon store I have them there for sale.Here are some of the tools that jimthecarguy uses www.amazon.com/shop/jimthecarguy

[@guessguy209]

Thanks for the video Jim. I noticed you skipped ahead in the video when placing the 1st belt on. I certain I purchased the correct serpentine belt for my 2008 mazda 3 , however, its proving to be very difficult to get on. Should it be this hard to initially get on? Or should i return the belt and try and find something slightly bigger? Or maybe stretch the new one out a bit? Thanks

[@jimthecarguy]

+guessguy209 That belt is hard to install but if you put it on to the tensioner ansd the other pulleys first and then slide the flat part of the belt on to the water pump it is tight but will go on.Keep me posted.

[@HomesbyBrianSklute]

If I'm only replacing the tensioner pulley, What is the proper torque for that bolt?

[@dariosolano5233]

This is a great video. I managed to replace both belts with the help of my wife. Second belt was certainly tricky to put in place. My wife would use a long screwdriver to help with the positioning of the AC belt from the top at the time that I was working at the tire side. For us experts on rocks and unexperienced on car repairs it was done in just 2 hours. Thanks a lot to jimthecarguy.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching and your input.

[@whatsittoya3770]

Darío Solano a good trick for future reference is use zip ties in place of pushing on the belt, run a few zip ties through the cut out sections on the crank. Turn the motor manually and the belt will snap itself into place

[@justinmartin4027]

jimthecarguy what the part number on the main drive belt

[@sidb9540]

@@whatsittoya3770 what about the crank shaft sensor notches...won't they get bent?

[@gianfrancoa]

I didn't know that the Mazda 3 had fan belts..

[@jvengence]

Mine is a 2008 and it has an electric fan. Must have only been on the older models.

[@alieyesonme247]

Hey jim, I have been working on cars for quite some time now and I never even knew what a stretch belt was but even though I've looked some things up online about it I still can't seem to find the answer I'm looking for, is there anyway you would be able to call me or a way that I could give you my number because it's very important that I speak with you

[@khaledherwees6376]

I recently discovered your channel and it is really good you explained the job at pace that is suitable to my skills. as for this video on replacing the belts on 05 Mazda 3 I hope it can help me with my 02 Mazda Protege The difference is the belt on the protege runs over 3 items I think A/C compressor steering pump and something else. Would I need any special tools? any advise on this task?

[@awedee.0]

How long should it take?!?

[@SurferSandman]

Is this the same steps as the 2006 2.3L? The placement of the belt looks to be the same. I will confirm the belt part number for the 2.3L.

[@RICKAFIX]

a lot of work for a belt nice vid Jim..the expression on your face when a loud vehicle passes by is hilarious lol

[@jimthecarguy]

+RICKAFIX Hi Rick,Thank you.Ya you never know what is passing by my shop being in the city:-)Jim

[@kevinmetcalf6371]

Thank you

[@jso726]

Thank you for the trick on installing the AC belt without the special tool.

[@victorcano5072]

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[@MartyZaluski]

Good video. Thank you!!

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for stopping by the shop

[@pkokkinis]

Anyone know the socket size for the 3 tensioner bolts?

[@jg4lk104]

what size lug nuts Of wheels Mazda 3 5dr hatch 2005

[@dannybrown3032]

your old school like me they use to call them fan belts when they drove the reliable straight fan and clutch fan before the invention of the unreliable electric fan but I love the great videos Jim keep up the good fight lol!!!

[@jimthecarguy]

+Danny Brown Thanks again.

[@allyv4992]

I have a question i have a 08 mazda but it makes a noise coming from the belt how can i tell whitch one or if its a pulley

[@jimthecarguy]

The best way is to get yourself a stethoscope.Here is the one that I use. Check my Amazon store Here are some of the tools that jimthecarguy uses www.amazon.com/shop/jimthecarguy

[@Sentient6ix]

Doing a main drive belt and tensioner assy on an 06 today. I'm happy the AC is fine on this unit.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching.

[@ChukkR89]

Thank you! Appreciate the walk through!

[@sunrise12withmrmariwan78]

Great jobb from Kurdistan

[@shawnp4155]

Thanks for the great video Jim! Just wondering if you can do the AC belt later? Have a split serpentine belt and replacement on hand. Just wondering if I need to grab that second belt first?

[@jimthecarguy]

Good question but you are better off replacing them at the same time.

[@shawnp4155]

@@jimthecarguy thanks..went ahead with your advice, and splurged on a $20 idler pulley as well 👍

[@illson215]

Do you have to disconnect the battery before turning on the crankshaft bolt?

[@jimthecarguy]

No there is no need to. Thank you for watching. Watch for the next free tool giveaway coming soon.

[@someguywithasubie8541]

ITS NOT A FAN BELT!

[@hibbs79]

Great video thank you

[@jimthecarguy]

james hibbert thanks for watching I'm happy to help

[@junitocaquias2053]

Thank you!! Very helpful

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching

[@colonjordy]

It sounds like as if jfk was a mechanic

[@jimthecarguy]

+Jordy Colon Thank you for watching and your kind words.(JFK) I love it

[@daoudaqtash9243]

He has a NYC accent.