1993 Mazda 626 Alternator belt

1993 MAZDA 626
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MOMS626
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1993 Mazda 626 4 cyl Automatic
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My alternator belt broke today. I need instructions on how to replace it.
Jul 5, 2008 at 9:04 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi Moms626,

Straight forward job.

Alternator has and adjustiing bolt, release it, do not take it out. Push alternator towards engine to enable belt to have clearance to slip in.

Use a bar to pry alternator outwards to tighten the tension, pull bar hard and release, then hold bar slightly to maintain tension and retighten adjusting bolt. You are done.

NOTE : If power steering and AC belts are in the way, you need to take them out first, same procedure.
Jul 9, 2008 at 12:38 PM
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