Serpentine belt

1998 OLDSMOBILE ACHIEVA
178,000 MILES • 3.1L • V6 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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ERIC PUCKETT
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I need to replace broken belt. My issue lies in that there is a motor mount in my way. I noticed a hidden acess under generator(alternator). Will this aid me or do i need to remove motor mount and bracket?
Feb 8, 2017 at 6:32 AM
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BILLYMAC
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Hi, yes you have to support the engine with Jack and wooden block. remove engine mount bolt raise engine enough to snake belt through.
Feb 8, 2017 at 6:57 AM
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