Serpentine Belt Replacement 04 Ford Ranger 3.0L

In this video I'll show you how a serpentine belt is replaced on an 04 Ford Ranger 3.0L. This job requires very few tools and is very easy to do. First, disconnect the negative battery clamp from the battery. Then remove the air intake duct from the throttle body and air filter housing. Then take the tension off the belt by applying clock wise torque to the tensioner pulley. Once the belt is loose it can then be removed from the vehicle. Installation is the reverse procedure.

Remember, there is a belt diagram on the vehicle if you forget how the belt is routed after it has been removed. If your vehicle is missing the diagram it would be best to make a drawing of the belt routing before removing the belt.

A note on the method I used by "doubling up" or "coupling" the two wrenches: This is a technique that an old timer taught me back in the day. This is not the correct way to use these tools. It's very easy to bust your knuckles using this method as the wrenches can slip apart. (also, other injuries could occur if the wrenches slip apart. Who knows what could happen?) Be careful, and use this method at your own risk if you choose to do so. There are other ways of doing this. There are tools specifically designed to do this job. If you feel that the method shown in the video would not be a good option for you then I would suggest getting a tool specifically for this job.

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Barbour's Auto Help is not responsible for any damage or personal injury incurred in the process of performing any auto repairs done by you the viewer. Automotive repair is extremely dangerous. Repair your vehicle at your own risk. It is the viewers responsibility to verify all information and procedures as outlined in YOUR REPAIR MANUAL AND OWNERS MANUAL FOR YOUR VEHICLE. Owning and using a repair manual suited for your vehicle is essential for correctly and safely performing ANY repair to your vehicle. Always wear safety glasses and heed all instructions for use applicable to any piece of equipment you may use. Due to circumstances out of the control of Barbours Auto Help, Barbours Auto Help makes no guarantee that by the use of the information given in this video a quality repair will be made. Barbour'sAutoHelp makes no guarantee that the information provided is totally complete, syncronized and accurate. Verify everything using an appropriate repair manual.

Repair your vehicle at your own risk! Barbour's auto help does not guarantee a proper repair using these techniques.

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