How do you replace the Serpentine belt on a 2005 T&C? Our has over 100K and has not been replaced. I changed one long time ago on our old 94 Voy Van but was hoping it would be easier on this one.

Anyone have a write up?

Thanks.
Bill

 

would a video help?

http://teach-me-auto.com/SerpentineB...avanSport.html

 

Thanks. Is the 2202 Caravan the same as a 2005 T&C?

Bill

 

01 to 07 are the same so long as the engine size is the same

 

Should I replace the idler and pulley?

Bill

 

Should I replace the idler and pulley?

Bill

 

is it bad?

 

I'd replace the idler and tensioner. Not much $$, and a pain to do it later if you need to. Easier to get all the parts at one time, do it right, and move on. Tensioners get noisy after a while, and the idlers seem to go without warning (at least for me). For 30 or 40 for the tensioner, and 10-15 for the idler, isn't worth fooling with.

 

The belt does not look that bad. After taking the guard off I found I need a special tool to remove the tension off the belt. The tensioner has a 1/2" hole in it but it is so close to the frame that I can not get a 1/2" racket in there. Do they make a special tool or do I need to make one? I might just change the pulleys once I have the right tools.

Thanks.

Bill

 

I found a tool from Auto Zone. I have not picked it up yet. I hope it will work.

Thanks for every ones help.

Bill