Had the classic oil filter leak so I need to replace the serpentine belt on my 06 XFire LTD. It looks like the 06 belt tensioner is different then the 04. Can any one tell me how I rotate it to install the new belt.

Thanks

 

Can't help you there, but where did you get your new belt and what did it cost?

Mine is 6 years old, with 56,000 on it and it looks kinda bad... it's time for mine to go as well.

 

The belt tensioner is the same on all models according to the parts lists, #05096525AA. Mercedes part number A112 200 09 70.

The SRT6 tensioner is different though, part number A112 200 07 70

The 17mm hexagonal boss and the locking pin hole are not seen from the top.

The hexagonal boss can be seen in a mirror.

The SRT6 uses the Torx head for tension relief. Use the correct size to prevent stripping it.


A photo by Janes1549


Pin ( 3/16") is shown in the hole used to lock the tensioner in position to keep the belt tension free for service.


Another photo by James 1549. Do NOT use this Torx screw to relieve the belt tension.




17mm socket on the boss on the tensioner casting.

 

got mine at Advance Auto Parts for $22. They are normally $32 but on the home page they had a special $10 discount. Ordered it on-line and picked it up at the store. It's a Dayco brand which I have used on my other vehicles.

 

pull handle and a 17mm socket. You attach to the 17mm extrusion which is just below and to the left of the pulley as viewed from the front. Rotate counterclockwise.

( If you want to make it REAL easy - remove the fan : 2 clips at the top and unplug the wire - pulls right out when you finagle the hoses somewhat. )

 

Thanks, I'll give it a try tomorrow morning

 

Thanks for the pictures. It makes a lot more sense to me. Hopefully I will be able to drive my XFire over the week end!

 

Hi All,

My belt looks good and not oil leak on it...

When would be a good idea ( preventive purpose) to replace the belt and the pulleys?

Looks like the belt costs around $20 to $30

what about the pulleys?

thnaks,
Max

 

Success!!!!!

I was able to get the new belt on and I also cleaned up the engine oil. Most of it was on the s plastic pan under the engine.

By removing the fan it made the job a lot easier.

 

Thanks again for your help.I got the new belt on this morning. I never did locate the hole for the drift pin

 

you need to inspect the belt to see if there are any cracks running horizontilly in the belt.

 

funny. I just did this today! Had a leak from my oil cap and lost power steering so had to put the belt back on. A little hard to find that tensioner but a 17mm did it just fine.

I found it a lot easier to place the belt over the alternator and power steering pulley first then looping it around the remaining. Make sure that cap is tight for next time, BUT not TOO tight otherwise it will cause the Oring on the oil filter to move out of place leaving you with another similar situation.

Good luck with everything! Glad to have mine up and running again. Wish I could fix another problem but thats for another day!

 

If you think over tightening the cap on the filter body assembly will misplace the O-ring, then you have the O-ring in the wrong place.

 

No, while you do have to make sure the last and largest of the orings is in place (on the final notch of cap towards the top) you do have to be apprehensive that you do not strip the threads on the cap assembly itself. Which, simply put, leads to more leaks. Just a suggestion.

 

Your original statement referred to over tightening and thus moving the O-ring, it did not mention stripping the thread by over tightening.
[quote=sq89]..................... Make sure that cap is tight for next time, BUT not TOO tight otherwise it will cause the Oring on the oil filter to move out of place leaving you with another similar situation. [quote]

The O-rings sit in grooves not on notches and no apprehension is needed when tightening with the suggested torque. I do understand that you may refer to grooves as notches though.

 

[quote=onehundred80]Your original statement referred to over tightening and thus moving the O-ring, it did not mention stripping the thread by over tightening.
[quote=sq89]..................... Make sure that cap is tight for next time, BUT not TOO tight otherwise it will cause the Oring on the oil filter to move out of place leaving you with another similar situation.
Since its a common problem among crossfire owners, I thought it could use some clarification. But, thanks for your help.

 

Excellent descriptions on how I go about tackling the serpentine belt. So I thought I'd make it easier on myself and remove the fan like advised. The steps are very easy-however, I can not seem to unplug the wires. I don't want to break anything. So how do I unplug the wires? Never mind-I got it. Only had to break the zip tie looking thing. On to the belt and then the alternator! So exciting..

 

Well I gave up on the alternator since I can't seem to get to one of the bolts in the back (bottom). I did get the S-blet off and the two alternator bolts. I can't really see what else is holding it on or how to get it to come out. Oh well, I did try.

 

Did you look in the on manual for the procedure?

Other owners in your area. Maybe someone will lend a hand.

Or drive out here and I'll help!

 

There seems to be ONLY 2 alternator ( generator ) bolts - they are both in the front.