can anyone direct me to a helpful diy.

thanks.

 

I don't know about a diy but this is how I did it. Firstly, make a mental note of how the belt is routed, if you want you can draw a rough diagram so you'll know how to put the new belt back on in terms of how it wraps around each of the pullies. This job is easiest to do with the intake box removed but I did it with the intake system in place, it just takes a bit more wiggling of the belt on installation. If it is your first time I'd recommend removing the intake box and hose if possible. Some people would disconnect the battery for extra safety, I didn't though.

You put a box end wrench (or socket and ratchet) on the accessory belt tensioner and pull on it to release the tension (it will only move in one direction), once you have the tension released while holding it with one hand slip the old belt off with your other hand. Then route the new belt in place starting at the lower pullies such as a\c and waterpump, then move up to the higher pullies. Use the wrench again to release tension on the belt tensioner and then slip the belt over the last pulley, reapply tension to the belt. Make sure the belt is laying flat and centered on all of the pullies ( a good light really helps on this installation), and that you have routed the new belt on in the correct pattern. Re-insall the intake system if you removed it.

There is a wear indicator mark on the tensioner, the indicator should be on the right side of the box once you have the new belt in place if installed properly. When the indicator is on the left side of the box it means the belt has stretched/worn and needs replacing. Start the car up and inspect the belt in operation to make sure it is running smoothly and quietly, use a good light and keep your hands and clothing away from the engine parts. You are pretty much done.

 

really easy once the box is removed

 

it will be my first time doing this on my s2000. just the timing had me worried, but i guess it will not be affected. i will try it with the box on first and see how it goes. thanks for the quick reply.

 

If it is your first time remove the air box, you will have much more room to work with, otherwise you might do a bit more cursing having to work in a tighter environment. There is no timing involved, so no worries there, it is different than a timing belt in that regard.

Did you buy the belt yet ?, I used the Goodyear Gatorback belt, it is about 1/3 the price of the oem belt and I think it is a better design as well.

 

there is a wear indicator on the belt itself?

 

most people don't know there is a wear indicator on the tensioner, which should be used to judge when a belt needs replacing. It is a couple of lines on the fixed portion of the tensioner with a pointer on the rotating portion of the tensioner. When the pointer goes past the very right side of the indentation box(rib) the belt should be replaced as it has stretched. When you have a new belt on the vehicle the ponter will be lined up with the right side of the indentation box which is the rib. Most people just look at the condition of the belt to judge when it gets replaced, but the wear indicator should be used to judge the amount of stretch on the belt. It is hard to see if you aren't looking for it specifically. It is on the top of the tensioner, all the marks are cast in the metal.

 

is there a part number for that Goodyear Gatorback belt?

 

found it. just to double check is it right?


P/N: 4060578

 

This should be it, any autoparts store should be able to supply it easily

goodyear gatorback p/n 4060578