I cannot see the adjustment to slacken or tighten the bellt?
Spring loaded pulley .just to right of the crank pulley and its a 14 or 15mm ring spanner with a heavier one on the end looped in and the nut you turn anticlockwise to slacken the pulley ,be carefull as if the spanner slips it will wack your hand with a force .Later models as this espace could ba old one as no year stated ,sideways or foreward facing engine ??
SOURCE: i need belt routing for 2002 renault espace
Hi,
As I can't post pictures on here, I can say this Alternator belt will only fit one way.
It loops around the crank pulley at the bottom, then position it over the PS pump and Alternator. There should be a fair amount of slack at this point, and this should be pushed towards the idler at the closest point to it. This pulley runs on the BACK of the belt. The belt is usually tensioned at this pulley, so it is usual to slacken it a bit before fitting, but in your case - get the routing right first.
I would advise buying a new belt anyway, as the belt should not slip off unless it is starting to break in the core.
Hope the rest of the year is better for you.
Thanks for using Fixya.
SOURCE: I have a diagram of the steering belt on a renault
can you loosen the adjustment any more as the belt will stretch once on the vehicle and running
SOURCE: how to change a timing belt on a renault espace 2L
if you aint mechanically minded i would strongly recommend you take it to a garage, it usually takes a mechanic around 3 hours and i recommend you have a timing belt kit fitted due to tensioners breaking
INSPECTION
See Figures 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Check the condition and tension of all drive belts every 12,000 miles, or at least once a year. Loose drive belts can lead to poor engine cooling and diminished alternator, power steering pump, air conditioning compressor, or emission air pump output. A belt that is too tight places a strain on the bearings in the driven component.
Fig. Fig. 1: There are typically 3 types of accessory drive belts found on vehicles today
Fig. Fig. 2: An example of a healthy drive belt
Fig. Fig. 3: Deep cracks in this belt will cause flex, building up heat that will eventually lead to belt failure
Fig. Fig. 4: The cover of this belt is worn, exposing the critical reinforcing cords to excessive wear
Fig. Fig. 5: Installing too wide a belt can result in serious belt wear and/or breakage
Replace any drive belt that is glazed, worn, cracked, or stretched to the point where correct adjustment tension is impossible. If two belts are used to drive a component, always replace both belts when replacement is necessary. After installing a new belt, run the engine for ten minutes, shut OFF the engine and recheck the belt tension. Readjust if necessary.
ADJUSTMENT
See Figures 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10
Fig. Fig. 6: Engine belt tension chart-2.2L engines
Fig. Fig. 7: Engine belt tension chart-1987-89 2.5L engines
Fig. Fig. 8: Engine belt tension chart-2.6L engines
Fig. Fig. 9: Engine belt tension chart-1990-93 models
Fig. Fig. 10: Engine belt tension chart-1994-95 models
Two popular methods of checking drive belt adjustment are; the Belt Tension Gauge Method and the Belt Deflection Method. The former requires a special gauge and the latter requires a straight edge and scale or just a good eye for measurement. The deflection method will be used in the following belt replacement instructions. A rule of thumb for checking belt tension by the deflection method is to determine the midpoint between two pulleys of the drive belt and press down at that point with moderate thumb pressure. The belt should deflect to the measurement indicated in the following installation procedures. Adjustment is necessary if the belt is either too loose or too tight.
WARNING
A belt adjustment which is either too loose or too tight will eventually damage the accessory that belt is driving. A too loose adjustment allows free-play in the belt which could transfer a whipping motion or shock to the accessory drive pulley. Similarly, a belt which is too tight will preload the accessory bearings, leading to early failure.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
See Figure 11
Raise the front of the vehicle, support on jackstands and remove the lower splash shield if access is hampered due to space limitations when changing drive belts.
Fig. Fig. 11: Support the vehicle, then remove the lower right side splash shield for access to the drive belts
2.2L Engines
A/C COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT
See Figures 12, 13 and 14
Fig. Fig. 12: A/C compressor drive belt adjusting points-2.2L engines
Fig. Fig. 13: Loosening the locking screws for A/C compressor drive belt removal
Fig. Fig. 14: Removing the A/C compressor drive belt from under the vehicle
Fig. Fig. 15: Alternator belt adjustment-2.2L engine
Fig. Fig. 16: Loosening the locking screw for alternator drive belt removal
If removal of the alternator belt is required, the A/C belt must first be removed.
Fig. Fig. 17: Air pump belt adjustment-2.2L engines
When servicing the air pump, use the square holes provided in the pulley to prevent camshaft rotation.
Fig. Fig. 18: Drive belt adjustment points-2.5L engines
Fig. Fig. 19: Drive belt adjustment points-2.6L engines
ADJUSTMENT
Inspect the drive belt(s) every 30,000 miles or 24 months. Determine the belt tension at a point halfway between the pulleys by pressing on the belt with moderate thumb pressure. If the deflection is found to be too much or too little, perform the tension adjustments.
On some Acura models it will be necessary to work from beneath the vehicle when servicing the accessory drive belts.
Before adjusting, inspect the belt to see that it is not cracked or worn. Be sure that its surfaces are free of grease and oil. If contamination is present, belt replacement is recommended.
Fig. Fig. 6: Location of adjusting mechanism for the A/C belt on the Integra's 1.8L engine
Fig. Fig. 7: Alternator belt adjustment-Integra
Fig. Fig. 8: Power steering belt adjustment-Integra
Fig. Fig. 9: A/C compressor belt adjustment-Integra
Fig. Fig. 10: Alternator belt adjustment-3.2L engine
Fig. Fig. 11: Power steering belt adjustment-3.2L engine
Fig. Fig. 12: A/C compressor belt adjustment-3.2L engine
Fig. Fig. 13: Belt routing and alternator belt adjustment-2.5L engine
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
Many Acura models are equipped with a theft deterrent audio system. Make sure you have the necessary code before disconnecting the battery.
1,457 views
Usually answered in minutes!
Go ahead 
hope this helps
Thanks Colin! I had already worked it out by the time I found your reply. You confirmed my findings so thanks for taking the time. I didn't whack my hand, but did nearly get it trapped once! Thanks again!
×