Need to replace water pump belt!how do I adjust tension? Is it with the alternator bolts?

ADJUSTMENT

Excessive belt tension will cause damage to the alternator and water pump pulley bearings, while, on the other hand, loose belt tension will produce slip and premature wear on the belt. Therefore, be sure to adjust the belt tension to the proper level.
To adjust the tension on a drive belt, loosen the adjusting bolt or fixing bolt locknut on the alternator, alternator bracket or tension pulley. Then move the alternator or turn the adjusting bolt to adjust belt tension. Once the desired value is reached, secure the bolt or locknut and recheck tension.

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

1.5L, 1.6L, 1.8L, 2.0L and 2.4L Engines

Fig. Accessory V-belt routing-Mitsubishi 1.5L, 1.6L, 1.8L, 2.0L and 2.4L engines
Alternator Belt

Fig. Loosen the adjuster lock bolt . . .

Fig. . . . then remove the alternator belt from the engine

1. Loosen the alternator support nut.
2. Loosen the adjuster lock bolt.
3. Rotate the adjuster bolt counter clockwise to release the tension on the belt.
4. Remove the belt.

To install:

1. Install the belt on the pulleys.
2. Rotate the adjuster bolt clockwise until the proper tension is reached.
3. Tighten the adjuster lock bolt and the alternator support nut.

POWER STEERING BELT

Fig. After the adjusting and fixed bolts are loosened, rotate the pump . . .

Fig. . . . then remove the power steering belt from the engine

1. Remove the alternator belt as described above.
2. Loosen the power steering pump adjusting bolts.
3. Remove the power steering pump fixed bolt on the rear of the bracket.
4. Rotate the pump toward the engine and remove the belt.

To install:

1. Install the belt on the pulleys.
2. Rotate the pump until the proper tension is reached.
3. Tighten the adjusting bolts on the pump.
4. Tighten the fixed bolt on the rear of the bracket.
5. Install the alternator belt.

A/C COMPRESSOR BELT

1. Loosen the tension pulley and remove the belt.
2. The installation is the reverse of the removal.

3.0L DOHC, 3.0L SOHC Galant, and 3.5L Engines

Fig. Serpentine belt routing-Mitsubishi 3.0L engines (except 1998-00 Galant models)

Fig. Accessory V-belt routing-Mitsubishi 3.5L and 1998-00 3.0L SOHC Galant engines
ALTERNATOR AND A/C COMPRESSOR

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

CAUTION Wait at least 90 seconds after the negative battery cable is disconnected to prevent possible deployment of the air bag.

1. Raise and safely support the vehicle and remove the front undercover.
2. Loosen the tension pulley fixing nut and relieve the tension on the belt by turning the adjusting bolt.
3. Remove the belt.

To install:

1. Install the belt on the crankshaft and alternator pulleys.
2. Using the adjusting bolt on the tensioner, tighten the belt to the desired tension.
3. Tighten the fixing nut to hold the adjustment.
4. Install the undercover and lower the vehicle to the floor.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.

POWER STEERING BELT

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

CAUTION Wait at least 90 seconds after the negative battery cable is disconnected to prevent possible deployment of the air bag.

1. Raise and safely support the vehicle and remove the undercover.
2. Remove the alternator and A/C compressor belt.
3. Lower the vehicle and remove the cruise control pump link assembly.
4. Place the power steering hose under the oil reservoir.
5. Loosen the tension pulley fixing bolts and remove the power steering pump drive belt.

To install:

1. Install the power steering pump drive belt.
2. Insert an extension bar or equivalent into the opening at the end of the tension pulley bracket and pivot the pulley to apply tension to the belt.
3. Tighten the fixing bolts.
4. Raise the vehicle and install the alternator and A/C compressor belt.
5. Install the undercover and lower the vehicle.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

3.0L SOHC Diamante

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Loosen the lockbolt on the face of the A/C tensioner pulley.
3. Turn the adjusting bolt of the A/C tensioner pulley to loosen the tension of the A/C belt.
4. Remove the A/C compressor belt.
5. Loosen the locknut on the face of the power steering/alternator tensioner pulley.
6. Turn the adjusting bolt of the tensioner pulley to loosen the tension of the belt.
7. Remove the power steering/alternator belt.

To install:

1. Install the power steering/alternator belt first and then the A/C compressor drive belt.
2. Adjust the belts to the proper tension by turning the adjusting bolts and tighten pulley fixing nut/bolt.
3. Tighten the mounting nut of the power steering/alternator tensioner pulley to 36 ft. lbs. (50 Nm).

All above is Bull Sxxxt. Isuzu bighorn Alternator belt only drives water pump (fan) and alternator. Size of belt is 17x1000 and its a tight fit onto pulleys so it makes you think its wrong belt, but trust me its not. As if you get 17x1025 or 17x1050 belt you wont get it tight correctly due to not enough adustment on alternator. To change/adjust the belt very simple. Loosen 3 bolts (14mm socket) on power steering pump (its 2 belts that diving power steering and air con), loosen tensioner on p/s pump. Remove those 2 belt - to get access to alternator belt adjustment bolts. There are 2 bolts you will need to loosen One at the bottom of alternator (14mm socket and 25mm extension bar to get it easier) another one is 12mm on tensioner rail. Than adjust tension by screwing 12mm long bolt that mounted across the tensioner rail until you get tension correct. Correct tension is about 68kg. But i do it just to get it nicely tight without too much of sag. REMEMBER DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN the belt as you will crush berings on water pump or alternator.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Temporarily loosen the water pump pulley bolts, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
3. Remove the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
4. Remove the top hose from the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
5. Remove the air intake inlet pipe clamp and the pipe, 1.8L engine only.
6. Remove the power steering pump, 2.0L engine only.
7. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 2.0L engine only.
8. Remove the alternator B terminal cover cap.
9. Disconnect the alternator electrical connections.
10. Loosen, but do not remove the alternator pivot bolt and the tensioner mounting bolt.
11. Remove the drive belt(s); relieve tension on the belt by rotating the adjustment bolt.
12. Remove the water pump pulley, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
13. Remove the power steering pump, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
14. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
15. Remove the alternator tensioner mounting bolt and the belt tensioner.
16. Remove the alternator pivot bolt.
17. Loosen the bolt at the base of the adjusting bracket and rotate the bracket up.
18. Remove the alternator.
    
    

    Fig. Alternator mounting-1.5L and 1.6L (VIN 5) engine shown
    
    
    

    Fig. Alternator mounting-2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines shown
    
    
    

    Fig. Alternator mounting-2.4L and 2.7L engine
    

To install:

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Install the alternator.
3. Install the alternator pivot bolt and hand-tighten at this time.
4. Rotate the adjusting bracket into position, place the belt tensioner into position. Hand-tighten the mounting bolt.
5. Install the drive belt.
6. Adjust the belt tension by rotating the adjustment bolt.
7. The belt deflection for 1.5L, 1.6L (VIN 5), 2.4L and 2.7L engines, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.28 in. (5.5-7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.24-0.28 in. (6-7mm).
   
   
8. The belt deflection for 1.6L (VIN 3) engine is as follows :
   1. New belt: 0.13-0.15 in. (3.3-3.7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.17-0.19 in. (4.2-4.7mm).
   
   
9. The belt deflection for the 2.0L engine, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.31 in. (5.5-8mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.33-0.45 in. (8.5-11.5mm).
   
   
10. The belt deflection for the 1.8L engine, is as follows:
    1. New belt: 0.23-0.31 in. (6-8mm).
    2. Used belt: 0.28-0.35 in. (7-9mm).
    
    
11. Tighten the tensioner bolt to 14-19 ft. lbs. (19-26 Nm) and the pivot bolt to 28-38 ft. lbs. (38-51 Nm).
12. Connect the alternator electrical connections.
13. Install the alternator B terminal cover cap.
14. Install the power steering pump and adjust the power steering belt tension, 2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines only.
15. Install the water pump pulley, 2006 1.6L engine only.
16. Install the air intake inlet pipe and fasten the clamp, 1.8L engine only.
17. Install the top hose to the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
18. Install the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
19. Connect the negative battery cable.

ADJUSTMENT 1.8L Engines ALTERNATOR AND WATER PUMP BELT

1. Loosen the alternator adjusting bolt.
2. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
3. Loosen the alternator mounting bolt. NOTE: Do not pry against the stator frame. Position the prybar against a stronger point, such as the area around a case bolt. Fig. 1: A belt tension gauge should be placed on the longest span of the belt to check tension — 1.8L engine
   
   
4. Position a suitable belt tension gauge on the longest accessible span of belt and tighten the belt.
5. Adjust the tension to 86–103 lbs. (383–461 N) for a new belt or 68–86 lbs. (304–383 kg) for a used belt.
6. If a belt tension gauge is not available, adjust the tension to 0.31–0.35 in. (8–9mm) deflection for a new belt or 0.35–0.39 in. (9–10mm) deflection for a used belt.
7. Tighten the alternator adjusting bolt to 14–19 ft. lbs. (19–25 Nm).
8. Tighten the alternator mounting bolt to 27–38 ft. lbs. (37–52 Nm).
9. Lower the vehicle. Fig. 2: Alternator and water pump pulley belt routing — 1.8L engine
   

POWER STEERING PUMP BELT

1. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
2. Loosen the power steering pump mounting bolt and nuts.
3. Adjust the power steering pump and, if equipped, the air conditioning compressor belt tension by turning the pump adjusting bolt. Fig. 3: Power steering pump belt routing and locations of the mounting bolts, nuts and adjusting nut — models without A/C
   
   
4. Tighten the power steering pump mounting nut near the pump adjusting bolt.
5. Position a suitable belt tension gauge on the longest accessible span of belt and tighten the belt.
6. Adjust the tension to 110–132 lbs. (491–589 N) for a new belt or 95–110 lbs. (422–491 N) for a used belt.
7. Check for proper belt deflection. For a new belt (one with less than 10 minutes of run time), the deflection should be 0.31–0.35 in. (8–9mm). For a used belt (one with more than 10 minutes of run time), the deflection should be 0.35–0.39 in. (9–10mm).
8. Tighten the power steering pump mounting nut, located near the adjusting bolt, to 27–38 ft. lbs. (37–52 Nm).
9. Tighten the pump mounting bolt behind the pulley to 27–40 ft. lbs. (36–54 Nm), and the remaining pump mounting nut to 23–34 ft. lbs. (31–46 Nm).
10. Lower the vehicle. Fig. 4: Power steering pump belt routing and locations of the mounting bolts, nuts and adjusting nut — models with A/C
    

1.9L Engines The accessory drive belt for 1.9L engines has no provision for manual belt adjustment, since these engines use an automatic belt tensioner. Drive belt slack is taken up by the automatic tensioner. NOTE: Movement of the automatic tensioner assembly during engine operation is not a sign of a malfunctioning tensioner. This movement is the tensioner self-adjusting and is required to maintain constant belt tension. Fig. 5: Drive belt routing — 1.9L engines
2.0L Engines The accessory drive belt for 2.0L engines has no provision for manual belt adjustment, since these engines use an automatic belt tensioner. Drive belt slack is taken up by the automatic tensioner. NOTE: Movement of the automatic tensioner assembly during engine operation is not a sign of a malfunctioning tensioner. This movement is the tensioner self-adjusting and is required to maintain constant belt tension. The belt tensioner has a belt length indicator. If the indicator marks are not between the MIN and MAX marks, the belt must be replaced. Fig. 6: Drive belt routing — 2.0L SOHC engine with A/C
Fig. 7: Drive belt routing — 2.0L SOHC engine without A/C
Fig. 8: Drive belt routing — 2.0L DOHC engine

Kia Sorento 2003-05
Water Pump - Removal & Installation

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions at the beginning of this section.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Remove the drive belt and the water pump pulley.
5. Remove the timing belt cover, timing belt, auto tensioner and idler pulley.
6. Remove the water outlet fitting, the thermostat case and the water pump fitting.
7. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
8. Remove the water pump.
   



Fig. Water pump and timing belt assembly-exploded view

To install:



Fig. Water pump bolt locations

1. Clean the gasket surfaces of the water pump body and the cylinder block.
2. Install the new water pump gasket and pump assembly. Tighten the bolts to 12-16 ft. lbs. (17-22 Nm).
3. Install the water pump fitting, the thermostat case and the water outlet fitting.
4. Install the auto tensioner and timing belt. Adjust the timing belt tension, then install the timing belt cover.
5. Install the drive belt, water pump pulley and then adjust the auto tensioner.
6. Refill the coolant.
7. Run the engine and check for leaks.

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Remove the drive belt and the water pump pulley.
5. Remove the timing belt cover, timing belt, auto tensioner and idler pulley.
6. Remove the water outlet fitting, the thermostat case and the water pump fitting.
7. Remove the water pump mounting bolts.
8. Remove the water pump.

To install:




Fig. Water pump bolt locations



Fig. Water pump O-ring installation

1. Clean the gasket surfaces of the water pump body and the cylinder block.
2. Install the new water pump gasket and pump assembly. Tighten the bolts to 12-16 ft. lbs. (17-22 Nm).
3. Install the water pump fitting, the thermostat case and the water outlet fitting.
4. Install the auto tensioner and timing belt. Adjust the timing belt tension, then install the timing belt cover.
5. Install the drive belt, water pump pulley and then adjust the auto tensioner.
6. To adjust the drive belt tension, hang the belt on the pulley of the tensioner and install the tensioner.
   NOTE If the tensioner is already installed, loosen its mounting bolts to allow belt installation
   
7. Install the drive belt.
8. Adjust the belt tension to specification by turning the adjusting bolt clockwise or counterclockwise.
9. Air conditioning belt tension should be 0.28-0.039 inch. Alternator belt tension should be 0.39-0.051 inch. Power steering belt tension should be 0.31-0.051 inch.
10. Torque the tensioner assembly bolt to 33-36 ft. lbs. (45-50 Nm).
11. Refill the coolant.
12. Run the engine and check for leaks.

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Removal & Installation

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
2. Drain the cooling system.
   
3. Remove the air cleaner.
   
4. Remove the suction pipe bracket for the A/C compressor, if equipped.
   
5. Loosen but do not remove the 4 water pump pulley bolts.
   
6. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
   
7. Remove the lower splash shield.
   
8. Remove the A/C compressor drive belt, if equipped.
   
9. Remove the alternator drive belt.
   
10. Remove the crankshaft and water pump pulleys.
    
11. Remove the timing belt.
    
12. Remove the oil level dipstick and tube.
    
13. Remove the alternator adjusting bracket from the water pump.
    
14. Remove the water pump rubber seals.
    
15. Remove the water pump mounting bolts and nuts and remove the water pump from the engine.
    

Water pump mounting location

2. Clean the gasket mating surfaces thoroughly.
   
4. Check the water pump by hand for smooth operation. If the pump does not operate smoothly or is noisy, replace it.
   
5. Install the pump using a new gasket. Tighten the bolts to 115 inch lbs. (13 Nm).
   
6. Install new rubber seals.
   
7. Install the upper alternator adjusting bracket and tighten the bolt to 17 ft. lbs. (23 Nm).
   
8. Install the oil level dipstick and tube.
   
9. Install the timing belt.
   
10. Install the water pump and crankshaft pulleys. Leave the water pump pulley bolts hand-tight.
    
11. Install the alternator drive belt.
    
12. Install the lower alternator cover plate and tighten the bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm).
    
13. Install the A/C compressor drive belt, if equipped.
    
14. Install the lower splash shield and lower the vehicle.
    
15. Tighten the water pump pulley mounting bolts to 18 ft. lbs. (24 Nm).
    
16. Adjust the water pump drive belt tension and tighten the alternator adjustment bolt to 17 ft. lbs. (23 Nm).
    
17. Install the suction pipe bracket for the A/C compressor, if equipped.
    
18. Install the air cleaner.
    
19. Refill the cooling system.
    
20. Connect the negative battery cable.
    
21. Start the engine and check for leaks.
    

Water pump assembly showing rubber seal location

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
2. Drain the cooling system.
   
   CAUTION When draining the coolant, keep in mind that cats and dogs are attracted by the ethylene glycol antifreeze, and are quite likely to drink any that is left in an uncovered container or in puddles on the ground. This will prove fatal in sufficient quantity. Always drain the coolant into a sealable container. Coolant should be reused unless it is contaminated or several years old.
   
   
3. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
   
4. Loosen but do not remove the four coolant pump pulley bolts.
   
5. Raise and support the vehicle safely.
   
6. Remove the lower splash shield.
   
7. Remove the air conditioner compressor drive belt.
   
8. Remove the lower alternator cover plate bolts, loosen the alternator adjusting bolt, and remove the drive belt.
   
9. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
   
10. Remove the coolant pump pulley.
    
11. Remove the timing belt.
    
12. Remove the oil level dipstick and guide tube.
    
13. Remove the alternator adjusting bracket from the water pump.
    
14. Remove the water pump rubber seals.
    
15. Remove the water pump mounting bolts and nuts. Remove the water pump from the vehicle.
    

To install:

1. Clean the gasket mating surfaces thoroughly.
   
2. Check the water pump by hand for smooth operation. If the pump does not operate smoothly or is noisy, replace it.
   
3. Install the pump using a new gasket. Tighten bolts to 115 inch lbs. (13 Nm).
   
4. Install new rubber seals.
   
5. Install the upper alternator adjusting bracket and tighten bolt to 17 ft. lbs. (23 Nm).
   
6. Install the oil level dipstick and guide tube.
   
7. Install the timing belt.
   
8. Install the water pump pulley and leave the bolts hand tight.
   
9. Install the crankshaft pulley.
   
10. Install the water pump/alternator drive belt.
    
11. Install the lower alternator cover plate and tighten bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm).
    
12. Install the air conditioner compressor drive belt by releasing the tensioner pulley and installing belt.
    
13. Install the lower splash shield and lower vehicle.
    
14. Tighten water pump pulley mounting bolts to 18 ft. lbs. (24 Nm).
    
15. Adjust the water pump drive belt tension and tighten alternator adjustment bolt to 17 ft. lbs. (23 Nm).
    
16. Install the air cleaner assembly.
    
17. Refill the cooling system.
    
18. Connect the negative battery cable.
    
19. Start the engine and allow it to reach operating temperature. Check for leaks and refill cooling system as necessary.
    

I'm going to assume you have the 4WD model..here are the instructions for removal and install:

1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Remove or disconnect the following:
   
   Negative battery cable Lower splash shield Upper and lower radiator hoses Coolant reservoir tank hose Fresh air duct Fan and shroud Loosen the alternator mounting and adjusting bolts Alternator belt Fan pulley and bracket Upper and lower timing belt covers and turn the crankshaft until No. 1 cylinder is at Top Dead Center (TDC). Loosen the tensioner lockbolt and pry the tensioner away from the belt Timing belt Loosen the tensioner bolt Water pump Tensioners from the water pump

To Install:

1. Clean the surface of any old gasket material.
2. Install or connect the following:
   
   Tensioners on the water pump Water pump and gasket. Torque the bolts to 19 ft. lbs. 25 Nm). Timing belt Loosen the tensioner lockbolt and allow the tensioner to rest against the belt. Torque the tensioner lockbolt to 32 ft. lbs. (43 Nm). Upper and lower timing belt covers Fan bracket assembly and fan pulley Drive belt Cooling fan and shroud Position the radiator and torque the bracket bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm). Torque the shroud bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm) and torque the alternator adjusting and mounting bolts Position the fresh air duct over the radiator and tighten the retaining bolt 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm) Radiator hoses and tighten the clamps Lower splash shield Negative battery cable
   
3. Fill the cooling system.
4. Start the vehicle and bring the engine to operating temperature. Check for leaks and repair if necessary.

Removal & Installation

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Temporarily loosen the water pump pulley bolts, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
4. Remove the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
5. Remove the top hose from the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
6. Remove the air intake inlet pipe clamp and the pipe, 1.8L engine only.
7. Remove the power steering pump, 2.0L engine only.
8. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 2.0L engine only.
9. Remove the alternator B terminal cover cap.
10. Disconnect the alternator electrical connections.
11. Loosen, but do not remove the alternator pivot bolt and the tensioner mounting bolt.
12. Remove the drive belt(s); relieve tension on the belt by rotating the adjustment bolt.
13. Remove the water pump pulley, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
14. Remove the power steering pump, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
15. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
16. Remove the alternator tensioner mounting bolt and the belt tensioner.
17. Remove the alternator pivot bolt.
18. Loosen the bolt at the base of the adjusting bracket and rotate the bracket up.
19. Remove the alternator.
    
    Fig. Alternator mounting-1.5L and 1.6L (VIN 5) engine shown
    
    
    Fig. Alternator mounting-2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines shown
    
    
    Fig. Alternator mounting-2.4L and 2.7L engine
    

To install:

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Install the alternator.
3. Install the alternator pivot bolt and hand-tighten at this time.
4. Rotate the adjusting bracket into position, place the belt tensioner into position. Hand-tighten the mounting bolt.
5. Install the drive belt.
6. Adjust the belt tension by rotating the adjustment bolt.
7. The belt deflection for 1.5L, 1.6L (VIN 5), 2.4L and 2.7L engines, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.28 in. (5.5-7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.24-0.28 in. (6-7mm).
   
   
8. The belt deflection for 1.6L (VIN 3) engine is as follows :
   1. New belt: 0.13-0.15 in. (3.3-3.7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.17-0.19 in. (4.2-4.7mm).
   
   
9. The belt deflection for the 2.0L engine, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.31 in. (5.5-8mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.33-0.45 in. (8.5-11.5mm).
   
   
10. The belt deflection for the 1.8L engine, is as follows:
    1. New belt: 0.23-0.31 in. (6-8mm).
    2. Used belt: 0.28-0.35 in. (7-9mm).
    
    
11. Tighten the tensioner bolt to 14-19 ft. lbs. (19-26 Nm) and the pivot bolt to 28-38 ft. lbs. (38-51 Nm).
12. Connect the alternator electrical connections.
13. Install the alternator B terminal cover cap.
14. Install the power steering pump and adjust the power steering belt tension, 2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines only.
15. Install the water pump pulley, 2006 1.6L engine only.
16. Install the air intake inlet pipe and fasten the clamp, 1.8L engine only.
17. Install the top hose to the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
18. Install the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
19. Connect the negative battery cable.

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

See Figures 1 and 2


Fig. Fig. 1: Rear terminal alternator


Fig. Fig. 2: Side terminal alternator

1. Open the hood and disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the adjusting arm bolt.
3. Remove the alternator through-bolt. Remove the drive belt from the alternator pulley and lower the alternator.

Some engines are equipped with a ribbed, K-section belt and automatic tensioner. A special tool must be made to remove the tension from the tensioner arm. Loosen the idler pulley pivot and adjuster bolts before using the tool. See the accompanying illustration for tool details.

1. Label all of the leads to the alternator so that you can install them correctly and disconnect the leads from the alternator.
2. Remove the alternator from the vehicle.
3. To install, reverse the above procedure. Torque the pivot bolt to 58 ft. lbs.; the adjusting bolt to 25 ft. lbs.; the wire terminal nuts to 60-90 inch lbs.

BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

The fan belt drives the alternator and water pump. If the belt is too loose, it will slip and the alternator will not be able to produce it rated current. Also, the water pump will not operate efficiently and the engine could overheat.
Check the tension of the belt by pushing your thumb down on the longest span of the belt, midway between the pulleys. Belt deflection should be approximately 1 / 2 inch; (13mm).To adjust the belt tension, proceed as follows:

1. Loosen the alternator mounting bolt and the adjusting arm bolts.
2. Apply pressure on the alternator front housing only, moving the alternator away from the engine to tighten the belt. Do not apply pressure to the rear of the cast aluminum housing of an alternator; damage to the housing could result.
3. Tighten the alternator mounting bolt and the adjusting arm bolts when the correct tension is reached.

Here's step-by-step instructions on how to access, remove and re-install your alternator. Hope it helps! Have a great day!

Alternator Kia_Sephia_Rio_Spectra_Optima_1998-2006

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Temporarily loosen the water pump pulley bolts, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
4. Remove the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
5. Remove the top hose from the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
6. Remove the air intake inlet pipe clamp and the pipe, 1.8L engine only.
7. Remove the power steering pump, 2.0L engine only.
8. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 2.0L engine only.
9. Remove the alternator B terminal cover cap.
10. Disconnect the alternator electrical connections.
11. Loosen, but do not remove the alternator pivot bolt and the tensioner mounting bolt.
12. Remove the drive belt(s); relieve tension on the belt by rotating the adjustment bolt.
13. Remove the water pump pulley, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
14. Remove the power steering pump, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
15. Remove the power steering pump bracket, 1.6L (VIN 3) engine only.
16. Remove the alternator tensioner mounting bolt and the belt tensioner.
17. Remove the alternator pivot bolt.
18. Loosen the bolt at the base of the adjusting bracket and rotate the bracket up.
19. Remove the alternator. Alternator mounting—1.5L and 1.6L (VIN 5) engine shown Alternator mounting—2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines shown Alternator mounting—2.4L and 2.7L engine

To install:

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Install the alternator.
3. Install the alternator pivot bolt and hand-tighten at this time.
4. Rotate the adjusting bracket into position, place the belt tensioner into position. Hand-tighten the mounting bolt.
5. Install the drive belt.
6. Adjust the belt tension by rotating the adjustment bolt.
7. The belt deflection for 1.5L, 1.6L (VIN 5), 2.4L and 2.7L engines, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.28 in. (5.5-7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.24-0.28 in. (6-7mm).
8. The belt deflection for 1.6L (VIN 3) engine is as follows :
   1. New belt: 0.13-0.15 in. (3.3-3.7mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.17-0.19 in. (4.2-4.7mm).
9. The belt deflection for the 2.0L engine, is as follows:
   1. New belt: 0.22-0.31 in. (5.5-8mm).
   2. Used belt: 0.33-0.45 in. (8.5-11.5mm).
10. The belt deflection for the 1.8L engine, is as follows:
    1. New belt: 0.23-0.31 in. (6-8mm).
    2. Used belt: 0.28-0.35 in. (7-9mm).
11. Tighten the tensioner bolt to 14-19 ft. lbs. (19-26 Nm) and the pivot bolt to 28-38 ft. lbs. (38-51 Nm).
12. Connect the alternator electrical connections.
13. Install the alternator B terminal cover cap.
14. Install the power steering pump and adjust the power steering belt tension, 2.0L and 1.6L (VIN 3) engines only.
15. Install the water pump pulley, 2006 1.6L engine only.
16. Install the air intake inlet pipe and fasten the clamp, 1.8L engine only.
17. Install the top hose to the air intake inlet pipe, 1.8L engine only.
18. Install the front air intake inlet pipe bolts, 1.8L engine only.
19. Connect the negative battery cable.