Date:         Sun, 19 Nov 2000 17:40:41 -0800
Reply-To:     "MOST,DAVID" <most@UCLA.EDU>
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From:         "MOST,DAVID" <most@UCLA.EDU>
Subject:      how to change drivebelts??
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This is really a follow up to my weak battery post of last night.  The
battery tested ok, and all the ground straps look good.  i had the
FLAPS check out the alternator, and when a load was put on, the belt
squeaked on each turn.  The belts are due for a change.  So, I'd
like to change the alternator belt and power steering belt on my '87.  I
think that I can see the appropriate bolt for each belt that must be
loosened.

What I'm unsure about is how to hold the alternator/power steering pump in
place when tightening.  I'm used to looking for some place to position a
lever when I've worked on other vehicles.  I think that I can use the
alternator to tighten the power steering belt, but I can't see where a
lever would work for the alternator.  I looked in the British Haynes
manual at the picture, but I cant' make it out.  So, does anyone have the
scoop on the easy way to change/tighten the belts?

All help is appreciated, and any other tips are welcome.

Thanks,
David