Serpentine Belt

[MM-C5]

Any thoughts on why the Serpentine Belt might come off without breaking?

Have purchased a new belt to install but wonder if I might be working the symptom instead of the cure.

Is there anything special I should be aware of in changing the belt?

Thanks

Tom

 

[RMorgan97Blk]

Had the same problem. Lost the belt without breaking. After I put the belt back on I noticed the belt tensioner was bent (sprung) about a quarter of an inch and the belt was not straight. I replaced both the belt and the tensioner.

 

[DRTH VTR]

Had the same problem. Lost the belt without breaking. After I put the belt back on I noticed the belt tensioner was bent (sprung) about a quarter of an inch and the belt was not straight. I replaced both the belt and the tensioner.

That is what came to mind for me, too.

 

[Blade]

Something is out of alinement to make it ride off. If it is not the belt tensioner then you might be getting a worn bearing somewhere else, try moving the pullies to make sure you do not have any play in them or a bent shaft.

 

[MM-C5]

Yep. Turned out to be the idler pulley.

Thanks guys. I owe you a

T

 

[Blade]

How to replace your Idler Pulley

A little late getting this posted, but consider for future reference:

http://corvetteactioncenter.com/kb/question.php?qstId=258

 

[MM-C5]

Thanks Blade. I've saved the reference.

Tom