Here are the steps on how to replace the serpentine belt on an Olds 1998 88:
1. Park the car on a level surface and turn off the engine. Allow it to cool down.
2. Lift the hood and locate the serpentine belt.
3. Use a wrench to loosen the tensioner pulley bolt.
4. Remove the old serpentine belt from the pulleys.
5. Install the new serpentine belt around the pulleys, starting with the bottom most pulley and making sure that the belt is properly aligned.
6. Tighten the tensioner pulley bolt until the belt is tight, but not too tight.
7. Check the belt tension by pressing down on the belt in the middle. It should give about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) of play.
8. Once you are satisfied with the belt tension, close the hood and start the engine.
9. Check for any unusual noises or vibrations. If everything seems fine, you're all set!
Here are some tips for replacing a serpentine belt:
- Make sure that you have the right size serpentine belt for your car. The belt length is usually stamped on the old belt.
- If you are having difficulty removing the old serpentine belt, you can use a pry bar to gently pry it off. Be careful not to damage the pulleys.
- When you are installing the new serpentine belt, make sure that it is routed correctly around the pulleys. The routing diagram for your car is usually located under the hood.
- If you are not comfortable replacing the serpentine belt yourself, you can take your car to a mechanic to have it done.
