How big is the serpentine belt on a Dodge Durango?
How big is the serpentine belt on a Dodge Durango?
A good tip or “rule of thumb” to remember is that the smooth side of the new belt goes against smooth pulleys and the ribbed side of the new belt goes against the ribbed pulleys. Attach a short 2″ or 3 inch extension bar to a 3/8″ drive ratcheting wrench.
What do I need to replace serpentine belt on Dodge Ram?
Make sure the shielding around your wheels and engine is attached for full serpentine belt life. The procedure for the 5.7 Hemi engine differs from the 3.7/4.7 engines. For owners with the 5.7 liter engine, you will need a 3/8″ ratchet (preferably long-handled).
What kind of belt does a Dodge Ram use?
Since the Ram uses the serpentine belt to rotate the water pump, when the belt breaks you are forced to come to a stop. This article applies to the Dodge Ram (2002-2008). The serpentine belt is made of a rubber compound and is grooved for optimal friction with the accessory pulleys.
How do you install a serpentine belt on a water pump?
Begin the 4.7 and 3.7 serpentine belt installation by routing the belt around the alternator/generator pulley then under the water pump pulley. Now move it over the A/C pulley and down the outside of the tensioner.
A good tip or “rule of thumb” to remember is that the smooth side of the new belt goes against smooth pulleys and the ribbed side of the new belt goes against the ribbed pulleys. Attach a short 2″ or 3 inch extension bar to a 3/8″ drive ratcheting wrench.
What should the front of a Dodge Durango look like?
The front of your engine may look slightly different if you have an older 2011, 2012 or 2013 Durango with a hydraulic power steering pump instead of an electronic pump such as in the 2015 and 2016 model years. Insert the end of the extension bar in to the square opening on the front side of the tensioner pulley assembly.
What kind of engine does a Dodge Durango have?
Owners of other Chrysler, Dodge, RAM, Volkswagen, Lancia or Fiat vehicles equipped with the Pentastar 3.6L V6 engine such as the Avenger, Challenger, Durango, Grand Caravan, Journey, Grand Cherokee, 200, 300, Town & Country, Routan, Freemont, Wrangler, Voyager, Thema, 1500 and ProMaster may also find these DIY instructions to be helpful.
