Drive / Serpentine Belt Replacement - Toyota Solara 99 V6 | DIY Don't waste your money at the shop!

[@LilRobForever]

This video was G O L D E N. Not that anyone cares, but I just had a baby, it’s cold asf out, and we almost broke down 3 times in the cold ever since the serpentine belt started slippin’. This video saved us money and ultimately from my newborn freezin’ in the car. BEFORE YOU THINK ITS YOUR BATTERY, CHECC YOUR SERPENTINE BELT! Also, QUICC TIP: When you go to tighten your belt, twist the belt with 2 fingers to determine wether it’s too loose, too tight or just right. For ex: if you can’t twist it at all, TOO TIGHT! If you can twist it from flat to standing straight up (90*), PERFECT! If you twist and it goes past 90*, TOO LOOSE! Hope this helps outside of your understanding of the video!

[@SKITZOpHISH]

That's great tip! glad the video was helpful!

[@joshgale1518]

Yo.... I was just looking for a video for this belt ... You gave me the confidence to do the job myself .. much respect bro 💯

[@miked5357]

Thanks man, you nailed it! Saved me a lot of frustration on a 2002 Camry SE V6. No other videos showed what you did. Appreciate you man!

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Glad it helped

[@riggster0170]

Awesome job and thank you. I was able to follow along with no issues.

[@brianhemric2487]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. Exactly what I needed for my 2008 Solara. I expected a tensioner like the Camry, but it worked just like your '99.

[@edwardvasquezii7596]

Used this video again to show me what I did wrong. I didn’t loosen the side bolt to tighten the belt and almost started to to bend the bolt! Thank you soo much for your video!

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Glad it helped

[@sqorb6780]

Thanks man. I have the same car, this video is very in-depth I appreciate your help. PEOPLE! If you are reading this comment and haven't watched the video, this is the video you need as long as you have the same car.

[@rkgsd]

I've replaced the alternator myself on this engine a few times thanks to some how to videos on KZbin. Unfortunately about a 100k miles ago, I paid a shop $700 to replace the timing belt and water pump because I had always heard it required to a lot of labor. A lot of shops recommemd the water pump be replaced at the same time so that was done too. Thanks to your video popping in the recommended list, I will replace the belt myself since I already know how to drop the alternator and hope the old water pump doesn't leak anytime soon.

[@expectedd3522]

This is NOT the timing belt. The timing belt is an internal component that keeps both sides of the motor "in time" with each other. The timing belt does require a lot of labor, this one (the accessory/serpentine belt) does not. If you're due for a timing belt/water pump replacement you should get that done by a professional. Timing jobs are sensitive and you have the potential to break a lot of things if you do something wrong

[@Redeemed427]

Thanks friend, It's always easier to watch a video and go into it educated...Respect for sharing the video.

[@vtmz9589]

The best video explaining what bolts to adjust ., straight forward an clear video hands down 👍🙏

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Thank you! appreciate it!

[@RJSearson12345]

Great video, very helpful. I have an '02 Solara and it's very nice to start up a video and see my exact engine

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Thanks!!

[@SamAdamFreeman]

exactly what I needed. awesome job !! this is my 15th video but the only one I needed for a 2005 V6 camry

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Glad I could help

[@fogothaya]

Appreciate the video saved me a headache of doing this while at work. Clear explanation short and precise kudos man

[@KKE1978]

I remember I started just like you. Now I can pretty much do anything to my car. I am my own mechanic and it has saved me thousands. One thing I can add is always have a cheap back up car. I have a 1998 avalon with 260k miles so when my other car needs repair i dont have to rush.

[@LPJMagicmusic]

I'm 24 now, my father didn't have the patience to teach me anything. So since I've moved out I've slowly marked another thing off the list of maintenance. Recently I replaced the breaks in my ladies car including the front calipers. I was always nervous about those seeing as they are important. But turns out they are extremely easy, I did learn you have to bleed them😂luckily I didnt make it out of the driveway before realizing it hahah. I have an 82 s10 as a backup as well, things runs amazing and is easy to work on.

[@Antonio1974K5Blazer]

Great video bro. You saved me money, Have the same engine 99 Toyota Avalon.

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Glad I could help

[@brthooper1]

Brother, great video! Could not have given a better video. Thank you! Thank you!

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Glad it was helpful!

[@andrewgalvin7911]

Dude thank you thank you thank you I was having the same issue with bolts haha finally got the tension right.

[@benben3587]

You are a golden god, thank you

[@SKITZOpHISH]

lol says in epic batman voice "i'm no god. Just the hero Solara owners deserve"

[@Tecumseh444]

Absolutely the best explanation

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Glad it was helpful!

[@forget2bhuman993]

man must sound like we're all the same person 😂😅 but this was exactly what i needed 🤣 thanks for the good quality, no bullshit video 👍 good shit will be fixing my belt this weekend

[@JerzeyPrince23]

Cool! Thanks. I have same engine on my 2000 Camry and I gotta change the drive belt. 😎👍

[@SKITZOpHISH]

No problem 👍

[@johnjosephmartinez2786]

Agreed that too many home made vids do not explain fully what / how to do. ONE tool / trick that I would like to share: whether or not it is needed, always spray the bolts that are involved, with some type of spray loosening lubricant/ cleaning agent such as WD40, Liquid Wrench, or even motor or Wesson oil if nothing on hand etc., before starting the job. Wait at least 10 mins for it to penetrate thread spaces, then go for it. You'll be surprised how much less effort it takes to break the rust thread seal on the bolt, and how easier it may be to turn the bolt out using socket wrenches first when possible. If spaces are tight, then at least use the closed 'box' end of the wrench to break the bolt loose as to not strip the bolt head. Fundamentals. Thanks Dad! (Mechanic/Welder/ Fleet Maintenance Mechanic extrordinaire at El Tor Marine Air Corps Station, El Toro, CA 1955-1980).

[@garnarnold1924]

Dude, this is exactly what I needed! Thank you!

[@SKITZOpHISH]

No problem!

[@immortalnow]

Thanks. Best video, by far, on this topic. Intelligent and very well explained. I doing this job today.

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KreezeTV]

thanks! got mine replaced today. was squealing whenever i had the AC on lol

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Glad it helped!

[@Heliarc91]

Can you make a list of the tools and sizes you used for the job?!??!?!!! Please!!!

[@tonymarr6993]

Great vid. Used the info to help me change my drive belt today.

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Glad it helped

[@earlinebrown177]

Thank you This was a great help.

[@TheLegend-ol5rn]

this actually helped, appreciate it bro.

[@SKITZOpHISH]

no problem!

[@Andrew-vt3kr]

@@SKITZOpHISH come in here

[@robertbeyers1308]

Thanks man. I would not have known that without your video. I'm helping a friend out right now on his car. But do you have a video on the second belt?

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Unfortunately I don't, I also sold the Solara so I no longer have it. I hope you can find the information somewhere out there!

[@KIIMIIMusic]

If I had a Toyota Solara this would be the perfect video to help me out!!! Thannnnnnkssss

[@geesmitherz4839]

Hi, did you have to remove any components in the process or could you wrap the belt around all 3 pulleys no problem?

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Sorry for the late reply. If I remember correctly I just wrapped it around no problem once the bolts were loosened.

[@chuckmurphy3058]

Hey thank you ! Did you do it without taking tire off? ANd is there 2 belts? the little green one?

[@sawgadee]

Thanks.You are blessed!💯

[@freudianslip2534]

Thank you so much for this I liked and subscribed keep up the good work!

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Thank you too!

[@jimmiehamilton7741]

I've got the exact same vehicle. Where's the drive belt tensioner located? Ive got belt noise even after replacing old belts.Thanks.

[@Guillermosli]

Thank you brother I really appreciate your help

[@SKITZOpHISH]

No problem!

[@becandcall]

Thanks sooo much! Just what I was looking for.

[@SKITZOpHISH]

no problem! glad it helps

[@iyanna_]

Is it possible to do this without loosening the adjustment bolt? It's practically impossible to reach and would NOT come loose no matter how hard I tried. Maybe a specific tool, like a long bar, could help?

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Unfortunately not, you will have too loosen the bolt. Good news is there's always a tool for the job. Your local auto parts store should have a tool that will reach and give you the leverage you need to get it loose. just let them know and they should be able to help you pick the right tool.

[@Kordziel]

The only tools you need are a12mm socket, two extensions each about ten inches, and a 14mm socket for the bolt you can see that holds the alternator to the engine. Push the alternator down after loosening both bolts towards the front of the car.

[@Slingsomelead]

Bro saved me the 130 bucks jiffy lube wanted to do this job!

[@leviroche2477]

i put a new belt in my car and it's squealing now, any advice for that?

[@SKITZOpHISH]

If the belt is squealing it may not be sitting correctly. See this article, hopefully it helps, www.repairsmith.com/i/blog/serpentine-belt-noise/

[@FROGN8R400]

Thank you!

[@SKITZOpHISH]

You're welcome!

[@badman187ification]

Nice!!! TY!!!👍👍👍✌️

[@edwardvasquezii7596]

Good vid thank u

[@SKITZOpHISH]

No problem

[@randcooley2865]

Good video thank you

[@Andrew-vt3kr]

Ok I got a question if the compressor is stuck can I completely miss the air conditioning with the belt and if so will it run good

[@SKITZOpHISH]

When you say stuck are you talking about the wheel the belt wraps around for the compressor isn't spinning? Is the question asking about bypassing that wheel? I'm not sure that the car would run good as the belts are specific sizes and hold a specific tension. But I haven't really looked into. My advice is just to replace the compressor if need be, plenty of videos around on that as well. Good luck hope it all works out.

[@Andrew-vt3kr]

@@SKITZOpHISH you can get it

[@Andrew-vt3kr]

@@SKITZOpHISH yeah already been there it's called breaker bar for the amount of pressure

[@Andrew-vt3kr]

This is a strong belt ya just got to cancel it ot

[@Andrew-vt3kr]

In other worksFENASE

[@Julio-ny7hk]

Would it be the same think for the alternator fan belt?

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Yes the serpentine belt is the same as the alternator fan belt they are the different names for he same belt

[@notgiven3114]

It's great that you did this video. But I'd like to mention a couple of things. You used confusing terms for the bolts. First of all, in the case of the first bolt that you loosened, I recommend that you not say anything about "hydraulically locked" nor imply that there's anything different about how to loosen it compared to any other bolt. There's nothing special about it. Another thing, it doesn't require as many turns as you say. One turn (maybe two) should be enough to loosen it. As for the other bolts, the one on the left is there to "lock" the position of the alternator after you've installed and tightened the belt. I'd call that one a "position locking bolt" or something like that. Calling it "the adjustment bolt" is misleading. It's the other one that adjusts the position of the alternator in order to loosen and/or tighten the belt. As in the case of the first bolt that you loosened, the "position locking bolt" should be loosened only a turn or two. If you loosen these bolts more than a couple of turns, you run the risk of having them come completely out and falling into the engine compartment or under the car.

[@williamsilly421]

What tools should I get

[@milleniumamha6985]

how did everything go?

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Perfectly!

[@doginu]

There's a wheel here and a wheel there. to take it off there's this right here and then there's that one, you put your connection to it? WTF are you talking about? There's no hydraulic bolt. Break loose the 1st 12mm bolt , there another below the 12mm bolt on the adjustment bracket. break that loose . Then loose the bolt facing up until you can remove the belt. Educate yourself Pulley, Wrench, Ratchet.....

[@CesarPerez-ul5eq]

Another horrible video, I wonder if you guys are afraid of get your hands dirty?

[@SKITZOpHISH]

Sorry, this video was made as an after thought after I had already done the repair. First repair video on my channel. Next time i'll make sure to record the whole thing.

[@PhinAI]

Thank you!