Replace vz sv6 fan belt?

[sire01TMK]

How do I replace the serpentine belt on my vz sv6?

[impulsesv6]

pull it off and put the new one on??...use a ratchet in the tensioner...

if its too hard getsomeone else to do it

[a1k3m1]

make sure you take note of which way it goes on!!!..

[sire01TMK]

Um I know I have to pull it off and put the new 1 on but which is the tensioner pulley?

[Trevhead62]

Pull the top engine plastic covers off. Take the plastic air inlet tube off. Identify the tensioner pulley (see photo) and memorize the route of the serpentine belt around the pulleys. (sketch on paper).
Grab a socket wrench or ratchet (1/2 " drive I think) and twist the spring loaded tensioner clockwise to loosen the belt. Take it off and put the new one on. Use masking tape of something to hold in position while you work it around the pulleys. I find it easy to start at the bottom crankshaft and work clockwise and anticlockwise finishing at the top. You need to pull on the tensioner to slip the last bit over the water pump pulley. It's always a good idea to check the idler pulley bearing and the tensioner bearing while the belt is off and replace if any doubts on their serviceability.
Good luck,
tRev.

[sire01TMK]

Thanks Trevhead62 :-) much appreciated brus.