How to Replace a Serpentine Belt

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thanks for watching. This is for real a DIY anyone can do! Happy DIYing

[@meneerjantjies7473]

HumbleMechanic Thanks for the video man. I just bought the Optibelt PK 1125 belt for my G6 GTI today and with this video my job is gonna be a cake. Once again thanks man

[@epic27]

Thanks! just bought a belt for my Tiguan; I'll do this DIY when it cools down a bit tongiht.

[@andienguyen-theworldandi6483]

2 days ago, honda dealer charged $246 for labor and $106 for part. Learned my lesson

[@seminoleheights4139]

Did it in my driveway in about 20 minutes in the dark. Saved me $300 over the stealership which I absolutely couldn’t afford. Thank you so much!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hell yes

[@fxmoustruth1554]

Someone quoted me 900

[@micahf0]

@@fxmoustruth1554 that’s just robbery 😂

[@shyanjohn2024]

They charged $150 for mine

[@BasedMan]

300 bucks?! Jesus, dealerships are insane, my mechanic charges me about 40€, and none after Im done watching this :P

[@burnerfromthebloc]

people like you are the backbone of society

[@shannonhann49]

I'm a 56 year old heart and lungs patient, your video gave me the confidence to fix my 1990 olds 98' belt! I am humbled by this mechanic and grateful for your straight on approach, looks like my 269,458 will roll on!

[@duckbredd]

I really appreciate this. I'm only 16 but I really want to have the knowledge on stuff like this. Thank you- you made it really simple

[@HumbleMechanic]

Heck yes

[@DementeDaDventure420]

Our Passat belt snapped on road trip, quoted £571 to recover and fix......due to this video myself and my wife were able to do this on our own at the side of the road saving us hundreds of pounds......Truly the best and most honest mechanic on KZbin (and perhaps the whole world) Big appreciation, wish more mechanics were like this 🙌🙌

[@jjmm2]

Sure glad you had a spare belt with you on your road trip...

[@12centuries]

@@jjmm2 Not that hard to have a taxi take you to an auto parts store my man.

[@rhuarcaran3427]

Wow this was so helpful, my dealership was quoting $500 to replace the belt. I bought a replacement for $28 and a long ratchet for $35. It took about 40 minutes as it took me awhile to grasp how to get the belt around the furthest hub without taking the tire off, but it is within anyone's skill to do. I know mechanics need to make a living too, but I just don't see how a 900 percent mark-up is justifiable.

[@rawo2187]

How did you go it without removing the tire ?

[@SpaceHamster11]

Just did this on my wife's 2017 Tiguan. Pulling the serpentine belt tensioner... Had to remove a plastic A/C bracket near the headlight and use a 3/8 ratchet with a 12 point 17MM socket and a jack handle to get JUST ENOUGH clearence to stick the allen key in there. Of course VW has a custom tool for this job... Also way easier to replace the belt with the passenger wheel liner off. Thanks Chuck!

[@kenmh7357]

This is a great video. I used a Allen wrench to secure tensioner. Note: The new belt is so tight that you need to release a lot more tension on belt. It takes a "newbie" about 20-30 minutes to do this job. HM makes it look easy but he also makes you comfortable that you can do it. Believe me, you can do it!

[@brontoe]

Dear humble mechanic, I appreciate you posting this video. I had a freak accident where a rat decided to take a snooze inside my engine bay and caught inside the serpentine belt. My serpentine belt jumped off its tracks after I decided to drive away. I guess the rat got scared and jumped inside the serpentine belt pulley system. Which caused my entire serpentine belt to jump off the pulley system and returned to its rubber band form. This happened on my 2017 Jetta. Unfortunately this year of Jetta does not have the metric bolt in the center of the pulley but separate on top. What's your video has seriously saved me. Thank you so much ❤️ I would have never gotten my car fixed if i would have taken it to the the dealer which is close now because of the Covid-19. I can appreciate this video very much.

[@brontoe]

You can view the rat on my youtube, channel if you like too. Graphic warning! however.

[@DanielleBaylor]

Here 5 years later lol. So glad you mentioned the roller thing. Was about to install my belt and alternator. Just spun mine and they're so lose 😂. Definitely wouldn't have thought of that!

[@citrinwarren6073]

Thanks for taking the time off to be well prepared for this demonstration. Your explanation and tools used help to build my confidence and ability in installing serpentine belts. I will be looking out for more of your videos.

[@NateB240z]

Thanks Charles! Clear and concise. Did this on the wife's '14 SE. Did this without removing anything else. Took about 15 mins, 14 of which was spent trying to wrestle the new belt on to the crank pulley haha!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Hahahha sounds exactly right!

[@David-C27]

Just did this and the alternator on my 2010 Cc thanks to your video! You're number 1

[@MelCormier]

Found this video today. Thank you for the tips to change this belt on my own.

[@hellotcautiver]

Great video man, the tight camera angles really help. Will have to use this week I finally decide to replace mine

[@cryptogecko6764]

You just saved me a ton of time trying to figure it out.. a million thanks!!!

[@johnhernandez4020]

Thank you... You saved me a lot of time, headache and money with this one!!!!!!!!!!

[@timbo7457]

I love these everyday how to vids, things the average guy can do and save a few bucks. Always nice to see a pro do it and step by step it. Thanks!!

[@marcossotelo1316]

That lock pin is a great idea the one you're using because my neighbors did not have the right lock pin and they thought they need it the right lock pin and once we saw this video it was done deal they were struggling for over 2 hours and once we watch this video it was quick. Thank you man ‼️

[@dwayneknight1074]

It seems like not so long ago you, started on KZbin, it's been a wonderful journey

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thanks for being a big part of that. ❤️

[@CiderDivider]

My dear alero has a dry belt and I’m mustering the courage to get this done. Looks easy, thank goodness. Not in the financial place to take to the mechanic

[@smil3sfamilia]

The easiest video I have watched and helpful.

[@djorkode1]

Please do a coolant flush, it'll help a tone of people out there with a VW... Thanks for the awesome work!

[@HumbleMechanic]

I’ve thought about it. There are just so many great videos out there.

[@YZJB]

HumbleMechanic yours would be better though!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thanks. :)

[@HagakureJunkie]

Its easy though, the knob is on the driver's side, right near the front bumper. Open it, flush it, refill with new stuff.

[@EstevanTH]

This tutorial is really well explained, thank you! Unfortunately there are many cars out there where the side is not so accessible, making the task a little tricky for beginners. :-(

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you! Yeah some cars you have finagle the belt more. Even this one with the wheel liner off is much easier.

[@jeffhermida4788]

VW diy projects have several more steps than other vehicles. you sometimes need specialty tools to make it easier. I had a passat and every diy took a long time, especially if its your first time.

[@thedungeondelver]

Gotta do this tomorrow morning. Thanks for the video, I hope my 2013 Tiguan S/E/L is as easy to do as you have it. I can't pull the wheel etc. but I think I can get to everything.

[@mrskeedies3748]

Bro this is the best video, some other video was saying to use a bar on the tensioner pully!!!, love ya work keep it up

[@bsteimel]

When purchasing a new belt i see this -> Service Tip: Always replace belts and tensioners together. Old tensioners will reduce a belt's lifespan, and can lead to issues such as overheating, a dead battery, diminished power steering, or poor air conditioning performance. I have never heard of this and would only replace the tensioner if it's bad following the advice of HumbleMechanic to test it. Is this just a way to have people buy more parts?

[@genestump9199]

Thanks for the video man, I’m having a coil and oil leak worked on by the VW dealership on my 14 Tiguan and they just called me and said hey the serpentine belt has a little split in it. If you want it replaced it will be $315. I said hell no!

[@jimmypizzas]

Great video. I used a large shifter to release tension. Had to remove wheel & arch. Wife held belt on alternator pully while i did the rest from wheel access.

[@RickyP033]

Thanks, trying to replace a belt on a 2014 Honda Civic...very tight inside. Borrowed the tool, but still having trouble.

[@HumbleMechanic]

They can be tricky when space is tight

[@nicke2307]

I recently did a supercharger belt on a Audi S4 with 3.0T. It was tight but not a bad job. I couldnt believe how much the dealer wanted to replace just the belt without tensioner

[@HumbleMechanic]

How much did they want?

[@nicke2307]

HumbleMechanic 400.

[@nicke2307]

HumbleMechanic if that included the tensioner that would make sense because i believe you have to put the bumper in service mode.

[@OfficialMeep]

I guess my mechanics messed up after changing alternator I was driving after mechanic and after like 10km I heard popping sounds as something was hitting something I stopped and one belt almost snapped and another one that is connected to alternator almost fell off

[@skrn.t]

Thank you very much, it helps to install new serpentine belt on VW Tiguan 2009👍🏼

[@myang124]

this is very good camera quality!

[@mrtravdawg]

Do I run engine for a few minutes after installation and watch the belt for signs of problems?

[@mirraco323]

I usually do. Definitely can’t hurt!

[@jamesT008]

2 times changef just following ur vdo...thnks a lot

[@hopegienger3706]

Onto my second car and my belt snapped! Ahhhgh but hopefully I’ll be able to figure it out thank you!!! Starting my own car journey wish me luck!!!

[@teamsami123]

Damn, you made it look easy. Thank you for the video.

[@soonng895]

You video is good and easy to follow, please keep it up.

[@olenaerhardt7725]

I'll check the drug on all pulleys before I put the belt, thank you. But do you need to clean the surface of pulleys with something? I sprayed some rusty bolts and other metal parts inside the engine bay with "Powerful Rust and Corrosion Protection" penetrant and lubricant (slightly, but still some probably got on those pulleys. Belt is off). It is Fluid Film. Probably now I need to clean all the pulleys (including a new accelerator pulley) with something? Or it is O'K and actually will be protecting them from possible rust?

[@notomo2603]

Great video! Right on point and easy to understand.

[@pualanic4023]

This is a great video! Thanks for sharing the knowledge! My Vote For “BEST BEARD FOR 2017”! GL you should totally win!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thanks. Lol. :)

[@LubaLuba1]

Hi does this appt to VE Routan or Town and Country ? Is this vid about timing belt or belt for power steering alternator etc?

[@Ritaksmith3]

Can get the tensioner to release enough to get the belt back on the alternator of a 2010 Mazda CX-9. Any ideas or tips to help. We did not use a tensioner lock pin.

[@olenaerhardt7725]

Is it automatic belt tensioner? I think because of that pin you use it is. Thank you for the film, as always very detailed and informative.

[@billbeckett1021]

Was at the parts dept at a local VW dealership in Ma yesterday and heard a familiar voice coming from a tech's speaker out in the work area..Even the pros watch Charles the Humble Mechanic!!!

[@HumbleMechanic]

HAHHAHA That is AWESOME!

[@natioffline]

Thank you very much for sharing this helpful high quality video

[@jeffromanslaugh3664]

Very helpful, earned my subscription! Thanks

[@kevinmunoz2004]

Is it hard to change the timing belt on a 2020 Tiguan ? , thinking about doing it myself or just might take it to my mechanic

[@celicaGTST]

Any advice or pointers when replacing the drive belt tensioner? It's for a 2009 MKV GTi with the TSI engine. It makes a cricket noise when I accelerate with the a/c on.

[@johndef5075]

Ive tried changing 2 belts. Despite tensioner being released as far as possible both belts were a pain. On my Camry i just used old belt which appeared in good shape because I could not get new one on. On my sons VW i was able to force it on far enough that i bump started the car and it pulled it up into place. Why dont they give plenty of release so it goes right on. The vw tensioner had a physical stop and a pin. Yet I had to force that belt. Any way to pre stretch the belt or something?

[@dragonore2009]

Thanks, I needed this because I need to change an alternator and it seems every video I see on that, the belt is already removed, so this fills in the gap for that.

[@clee8005]

Mines completely came off but i still made it home should i just put a new belt on and tension pulley

[@singhdavinder4444]

Very well explained. ਧੰਨਵਾਦ ਜੀ।

[@mattsims3326]

can you bypass the ac with a shorter belt? it's never worked in my car and I think the bearings in the pulley are on their way out. I've got an ea888 2.0 tsi

[@bmwx530si]

I’ve found many of the 2.0TSI engines to have a supercharger like whine. Usually it is a bad roller bearing on the serpentine belt tensioner.

[@HastaELFuego37]

Gotta love this video 😎🔥👌💯

[@petecurran3995]

Great vid! Hey Charles, are those tensioners adjustable? The reason I ask is, the wrench slipped on the pulley nut causing the tensioner to spring back forcefully and now the back plate won't align to get the allen key in. (The hole in the back plate looks to be about 30° out).

[@michaeldittmer5065]

Do you know how to remove the pulley itself? I’d like to replace both belt and pulley at the same time.

[@kernbern240]

saved my life thank you so mcuh

[@mr.markus2817]

Hey humblemechanic can you please help me out. I can’t seem to find a video on R32 specific belt removal. Do I have to remove the power steering pump bracket? That’s the only thing in the way from the belt coming off of the car. Could it possibly have been put on wrong?

[@ReynierBernalArtilesEEUU]

Este es el mejor video explicativo

[@IvanS85]

Thank you Charles. I will do it on my MK4 Golf next week. Happy New Year.

[@nff15]

what is the pin for? do you need to put one in while doing this?

[@Michael-fw5ef]

HumbleMechanic, do you have to make sure your Crank Shaft pulley doesnt move so that the crank shaft doesnt move during removal and installation? I am worried that if I am struggling to replace my belt and I keep adjusting the tensioner that my crankshaft will move inside my engine and my timing will be off.

[@HumbleMechanic]

It should move with a job like this

[@Michael-fw5ef]

@@HumbleMechanic It should move or it shouldnt move?

[@antoniokelly9428]

I have a 1995 mitsubishi diamante LS 3.0 v6 I bought the car without the belt. How can I put a belt on it

[@josephescamilla562]

You always have the best videos

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thank you.

[@mageminx7551]

I was about half way out of my like 2 mile driveway today and then one of my Tacoma’s 3 ran belts just snapped so that was fun

[@HumbleMechanic]

Yikes

[@adam6ism]

Thanks mate 👍

[@technorunner1]

Is it really this straight forward? Like, even on a '97 GTI VR6? Also, I don't have an A/c Unit in my car. Some people are saying that on the 12v you don't need a bypass pulley as long as you have the correct belt running through the system, is this true?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Yep that’s right. I did that on my vr6 cabriolet

[@herhoezickielp.cestona7283]

this looks easier than what we've been taught at school does this work on a bora 2003 model ?? or all types of vw ??

[@HumbleMechanic]

The technique is the same. But the routing is different

[@herhoezickielp.cestona7283]

Thanks !

[@EmilyBaker-tt2kn]

I wish id seen rhis video 2 years ago lol somegow i managaed to get the belt on without the tensioner being adjusted or moved but now i can do this on my new car that belt needs done

[@LukeEdward]

I know that VW has its recommended service life of the belt. BUT. As a tech who’s had real life experience, when do the 2.0L TSI engines need it replaced? Asking in specific reference to my 2010 CC.

[@HumbleMechanic]

That’s a chain engine. You need to have the tensioner and chain done asap

[@yorigoon1016]

Thanks my brother,u really helped

[@TeddylsALiar]

Wow I had no Idea how simple this was. I was expecting to have to get a mechanic to lift the engine out to change it but instead I did it myself in 5 minutes with a tire iron on my front street

[@chandrautube21]

All of sudden my car battery light, break symbol came on the dashboard and my steering has became very hard to steer while driving. I have to turn very hard. What could this be?

[@ronpalmer1371]

Hi, I have a 2010 Tiguan S 4motion TS1 1.4 Petrol, is it much the same as this to do ? still a d.i.y job ? thanks for any info.

[@AlyxDee]

So I can I personally do it from just the top of the car? or would it be safer to get under it?

[@Spartin11794]

Thank you so much. Saved me money

[@cptcrch]

I'll be replacing my tensioner and belt when we get a warm day. Between this and the write up on TDIclub specific to my Mkiv it should be a breeze.

[@HumbleMechanic]

The mk4 TDI belt (the ALH) kinda sucks. But it’s better to do from the wheel well

[@cptcrch]

HumbleMechanic thankfully it's a BEW motor which seems like it'll be much easier then the ALH.

[@chanchan1167]

Thank you brother

[@Sargonarhes]

This wouldn't work on a 2017 VW Golf would it? I don't see a place for the lock pin, unless the hole at the center pivot of the tensioner is that spot. I needed to know this, my belt came off last year and I could not figure out how to get it back on.

[@HumbleMechanic]

It should be very similar.

[@shawnpixley7136]

This was stupid hard to do on my 07 mini. I couldn’t release tension. Took me like 5 hrs. I ended up setting a block under the tensioner and lowering the car down onto it. There has got to be an easier way. A decent portion of that time was changing the friction wheel. Nightmare. The internet seems to think you can just push on it with a pry bar. I had to set my cars weight on it and bounce a little(no one was under it, obviously) to get it far enough back to lock.

[@maayongaga729]

Shawn Pixley 😆😆😆 Same

[@Peras560]

Excellently presented :-))

[@simonanderson2397]

pls how can i fix my fan belt in fiat bravo

[@JoseRivera-oo3lr]

How to install the HD light 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan

[@johnidoctor9826]

Great video

[@ejsgarage]

Thank you for the excellent video Charles! Happy New Year!

[@HumbleMechanic]

Thanks so much. You too. :)

[@thecrypt931]

my car doesnt want to start after changing belt.. help!!!

[@jaredchromy8448]

Locking the tensioner. No other video showed how to do that. Just got done replacing the belt and held the tensioner down with a mfin 2x4

[@cjt74]

Thanks so much for these helpful videos.👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@godmode3228]

When do you know when to replace the serpentine belt? And should it be done preemptively?

[@HumbleMechanic]

Not a bad idea for preventive maintenance. I did a video that’s linked on exactly how to properly check it.

[@godmode3228]

oh ok. thanks.

[@albertramos3808]

Very good, and well explained, , thank you so much!

[@PopescuVanea]

Can you change the belt without removing the tire? Vw 2017

[@HumbleMechanic]

Yes you sure can

[@zjhouandy6206]

very good ! thank you so much! very clear, very straight!

[@Isaiah_beautifulfamily_vlog]

Is that same as can belt

[@HumbleMechanic]

Can belt?

[@davidbarthel9976]

Great video, I don't have a VW but it was very useful.

[@keeganriddle7756]

That was very helpful thank you for being so clear and thanx for dumbing it down for us too 😂

[@benwoodall3173]

I have a vw up and the alternator makes a squeaking noise when cold, do I need to replace the alternator? Also my cars serpentine belt only goes around the alternator as there is no AC and it's got EPAS, how do I get the belt off? As there is no tensioner?

[@HumbleMechanic]

It’s probably the pulley

[@YZJB]

The VW repair manual says the belt must be cut off to remove and then replaced with a new belt. The up!’s without AC use a stretchy belt with no tensioner