Tools needed to change accessory belts

[clashingtaco]

I recently had most of my tools stolen and need to change my belts. I have friends who can lend me the tools but I don't remember specifically what I need to do them. Last time I changed them I had my whole tool box so I didn't have to worry about having the right sizes for anything.

I don't need a DIY. I just need a breakdown of the specific tools needed.
Thanks!

[briano1234]

5-8mm Allens include 5.5 and 6
13mm for the a/c compressor, and if you want to hold the w/p pulley then you need a 3/8 allen for the center shaft.

A 22mm for the alternator adjuster.

remove the p/s belt
I usually loosen the a/c compressor a wee bit.
Take the water pump pulley off the hub with the belt, easier that way.
take off the alt belt.
replace the alt belt
place the new a/c w/p crank belt on.
Feed the w/p pulley on the belt and then hang the pulley back on the hub.

Just did this about 2 weeks ago, and I can't remember the exact sizes of each but it
is the sizes I said for the allens. and only a 13mm gear wrench and a 13mm socket along with a big assed cresent or 22 mm for the alt adjuster.

[clashingtaco]

Thanks. I don't remember touching the pulleys last time I removed the belts. Is there another way to go about it or am I losing my mind?
I got rid of my ac compressor last time I touched my belts so maybe I don't remember because I was focused on another task.

[briano1234]

Well you don't have to remove the w/p pulley if you have remove the a/c compressor, and that just slacking the alternator would get it loose as you then only have one belt.

Now if the pivot for he alternator is really really binding, then you have to loosen it to get the alternator to pivot. Loosen the 6mm bolt and the upper adjuster. Then smack the alternator pivot at the back side to the front of the engine.


Removing the w/p pulley makes changing the belt easier if you have a/c still.