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Re: Serpentine belt problem [rbbartho] by jcumbo
Mar 05, 2007 (6:41 pm)
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Replying to: rbbartho (Mar 05, 2007 5:06 pm)

Yes - it is Nick Abraham Chrystler Buick in Elyria, Ohio 440-366-6446.
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Re: Serpentine belt problem [jcumbo] by rbbartho
Mar 05, 2007 (8:27 pm)
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Replying to: jcumbo (Mar 05, 2007 6:41 pm)

Thanks very much, I'll give them a call. My repair shop wants $345.00 to change the belt and Idle pulley.
 
I called Chrysler and they said they don't plan to do anything to fix the problem. I would think they make this a recall item. This is the last time I own a Chrysler product. Next time it will be a Toyota.
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Re: Serpentine belt problem [rbbartho] by shipo
Mar 06, 2007 (3:23 am)
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Replying to: rbbartho (Mar 05, 2007 8:27 pm)

If you're having serpentine belt problems, here's a sure fire way to get it fixed:
 
http://www.midwayautosupply.com/pc-48526-261-gates-system-solution-micro-v-kit-f- or-chrysler-33l-and-38l-engines-38379k.aspx
 
Best Regards,
Shipo
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Re: Serpentine belt problem [shipo] by rbbartho
Mar 06, 2007 (8:13 am)
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Replying to: shipo (Mar 06, 2007 3:23 am)

Thanks very Much,
 
I placed an order for the kit....$99.00 is worth a try.
 
Bob
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Re: Serpentine belt problem [rbbartho] by shipo
Mar 06, 2007 (9:17 am)
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Replying to: rbbartho (Mar 06, 2007 8:13 am)

Cool. Be sure to keep us posted on how it works out.
 
Best Regards,
Shipo
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Re: Serpentine belt problem [rbbartho] by flavife
Mar 06, 2007 (12:44 pm)
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Replying to: rbbartho (Mar 05, 2007 8:27 pm)

Has your dealer carried out the technical service bulletin Number: 07-02-99 "Serpentine Belt - Loss of Power Steering Assist" for 96-99 minivans that deals with this issue? I have no idea if this TSB is better than the Gates System Fix.
 
Good Luck
Frank
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Re: Serpentine belt problem [flavife] by rbbartho
Mar 06, 2007 (1:42 pm)
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Replying to: flavife (Mar 06, 2007 12:44 pm)

Hi Frank,
 
I checked this and, YES, there is a service bulletin which requires a new belt, tensioner and a shield. They also have a Pulley guard (essentially a washer that keeps the belt from slipping off Chrysler part # 500 3480 AA. I'm on my way to get that right now. I will try to put the belt on myself. May need some special tool to tension the belt and will find out and let you guys know. Chrysler sucs, in my opinion. I called them in Detroit and got no help. They should have told us about this a long time ago. This will be my 6th belt and lots of aggravation. Next time I'm buying a Toyota.
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Re: Serpentine belt problem [rbbartho] by flavife
Mar 06, 2007 (3:04 pm)
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Replying to: rbbartho (Mar 06, 2007 1:42 pm)

I have a 99 Grand Caravan with 3.3L engine. I made a plywood stick 10" long 1" wide out of 5/8" plywood that I use to hold the tensioner compressed to remove the belt. I have a slight angle on one end of the stick to better prop it against the tensioner. I use a long box end wrench on the tensioner bolt and press just enough to compress the tensioner and wedge the stick in to hold the tensioner down. This allows me to remove the belt and replace it or to replace the idler wheels.
 
Frank
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Re: Serpentine belt problem [rbbartho] by shipo
Mar 06, 2007 (7:13 pm)
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Replying to: rbbartho (Mar 06, 2007 1:42 pm)

"Next time I'm buying a Toyota."
 
Hmmm, serpentine belt problems or engine sludge, take your pick. Personally I'll deal with the serpentine belt and be happy that my engine is spotless in the inside after 135,000 miles (as of today).
 
Best Regards,
Shipo
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Re: Serpentine belt problem [flavife] by rbbartho
Mar 09, 2007 (10:21 am)
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Replying to: flavife (Mar 06, 2007 12:44 pm)

I got the Goodyear fix done yesterday instead. But this appears identical to the Gates fix. The kit sells for about $130 plus $100 to install by Goodyear Auto Center. Too early to tell and will keep you guys posted. The Chrysler fix of Bulletin 07-02-99 is just to add a pulley guard (a washer & longer bolt) adjacent to the tensioner pulley. It could be the answer too but time will tell as well.

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