My 2013 Chevy Malibu eco was making a squealig noise when I brake. I had the Drive beltTensiiner-s & drive belt- s replaced. The squealing stopped for about 1 month. It rained really bad and then i noticed the squealing noise came back. I'm a woman and every mechanic I go to wants to doesn't know what to do. I took it back to the mechanic that did the belt replacements and he wants to break my engine down to find the problem. Do you know why my car is making this noise and what should be done to repair the problem. Please help me I'm a woman and I feel taken advantage of. 🙏🏾 Please help me. I live in California and need a good mechanic who's not going to get over on me.
@@tammiemoore5438 I’m no mechanic, just a weekend warrior. I’m sorry but mechanics do have to pay for their trade and sometimes they over charge. Usual belly noise is because they’re not tight. I got the tensioner from RockAuto.com. Maybe the belt is bigger? Do a search for reputable mechanic on your neighborhood FB pages. That’s where we found an AC guy.
You are correct. Sorry, I shouldn’t be typing to respond at 5am. I meant to say is that the alternator of the eco model is bigger than the regular Malibu that doesn’t have the hybrid battery. You’ll have to go to the auto parts store and provide them the model and they’ll give you the specific belt and tensioner that you need.
I made a device that keeps the clamp from slipping. You can probably use a block with a V cut on one side and a straight edge on the other. I had a 3/4” unistrut and I cut that to the size of the spring and it didn’t slip on me.
When I first replaced it, I noticed the belt wasn’t riding even on the smooth pulley of the tensioner. So that’s why I had to replace the unit. Since then, no more shredded belt
@@bernabeleyva2086Did you replace the tensioner (check alignment carefully; there is a tool to properly torque)? Did you check the condition and rotation of the pullies (generator and AC)? Did you check the condition of the crank pulley? GM has a service note on breaking belts (SB-10044385-9236 which maybe has been updated).
I just replaced my belt. Clamped it down. Put the screws in and closed the hood. Took it for a test drive and 20% of the belt is already shredded! Ugh!!!! I need help.
You need to get a new belt tensioner. When I just replaced the belt, one of the pulleys is thinner. So I replaced the belt tensioner. It’s about $200 for an AC Delco. Once you have good clearance, tighten it. Mine was loose from the previous owner. You’ll have to lift the alternator, in the Eco model. You don’t have to remove it. There are 4 bolts underneath. It’s a pain to get to it.
@@kevsip1002 easiest way to get the 2 bolts under the alternator / generator is to remove the under-body plastic cover. And I used the last 1/4” socket with extension. It’s tight, I cussed at it a few times.
The belt part # A070508 (Advance Auto). The belt tensioner AC Delco 12663047 (Amazon). Install the spring after you put the belt on. Then tighten the pivot bolt on the tensioner.
@@arvina3782 thanks bro , but im not replacing tensioner im just trying to replace the belt and asking how to work the tensioner bkuz its giving me the Blues "🎶
@Arvin A any suggestions for a battery and engine light that's keeps coming on. then engine reduce power message. towed to dealer replaced battery and starter.. lights still on now they say Generator and belt need to be replaced although the generator (alternator) was replaced 2-3 months ago and battery as well. HELP... They say no guarantee this will be the fix... car 10 years old I'm the original owner no issues with this car other than. serpentine belts 5 6 years ago. Please help keep dishing out money and not fixed
@@arelliacorley8252 sorry to hear that. I’m not a mechanic, just a weekend warrior. Worst case scenario is that the generator that was used to replace was pulled from a junkyard. Best case scenario is there’s a voltage drainage that’s draining your battery- you’d have to inspect all the fuse and relay.
I did earlier and I realized there’s no video of it. So I made a video after getting it done. The belt was shredded initially, and there was nothing in RUclips how to get it done. So I made one after I’ve already installed the new belt.
Tengo uno igual pero revienta la correa cada 70 km necesito ayuda ahora estoy por reemplazar los tensores alguien tiene un problema similar que ya solucionó?
You may have to get new set because the old set that I had, the spring was loose and it was making the belly rub on other pulleys that was causing it to shred
Good video bro..thanks
My 2013 Chevy Malibu eco was making a squealig noise when I brake. I had the Drive beltTensiiner-s & drive belt- s replaced. The squealing stopped for about 1 month. It rained really bad and then i noticed the squealing noise came back. I'm a woman and every mechanic I go to wants to doesn't know what to do. I took it back to the mechanic that did the belt replacements and he wants to break my engine down to find the problem. Do you know why my car is making this noise and what should be done to repair the problem. Please help me I'm a woman and I feel taken advantage of. 🙏🏾 Please help me. I live in California and need a good mechanic who's not going to get over on me.
@@tammiemoore5438 I’m no mechanic, just a weekend warrior. I’m sorry but mechanics do have to pay for their trade and sometimes they over charge. Usual belly noise is because they’re not tight. I got the tensioner from RockAuto.com. Maybe the belt is bigger? Do a search for reputable mechanic on your neighborhood FB pages. That’s where we found an AC guy.
Can you please post link to belt. I can’t get one that fits.
Goodyear Belts 1070508 Serpentine Belt, 7-Rib, 50.8" Length a.co/d/e4Ax8cJ
Are you leaving the pivot bolt loose ? , you'll be replacing the belt again soon
I tightened it off camera.
What's the pivot bolt
How did you put the belt on? I need a method. I’m getting my butt kicked
I put the belt on before I put on the pulleys
What is that spring piece called? Mine is missing that
It came with the kit when I bought the part on Amazon. I don’t think they sell it separately
Replace the belt tensioner and when use the brakes maje a noise Abu?
No noise after I replaced the belt and belt tensioner.
Me pasa lo mismo , pudiste solucionarlo ?
Does this eco edition use the same parts as a regular 13 malibu (belt tensioner) (serpentine belt)?
No because the alternator of the regular is small. The alternator of the eco is huge to accommodate the “hybrid battery”
@@arvina3782 so as far as serpentine belt and tensioner it’s different than your regular Malibu?
You are correct. Sorry, I shouldn’t be typing to respond at 5am. I meant to say is that the alternator of the eco model is bigger than the regular Malibu that doesn’t have the hybrid battery. You’ll have to go to the auto parts store and provide them the model and they’ll give you the specific belt and tensioner that you need.
Where did you get that clamp on spring
I had some extra 3/4” size unistrut or super strut, I cut about an inch in length. That kept the clamp, 6” C-clamp, from sliding.
Harbor freight 3 bucks
Did you need that clamp to take off spring?
How to compress spring if c- clamp slips
I made a device that keeps the clamp from slipping. You can probably use a block with a V cut on one side and a straight edge on the other. I had a 3/4” unistrut and I cut that to the size of the spring and it didn’t slip on me.
I got a question did it leak out a bunch of oil when your belt snaped ?
No, just check engine codes
Mine did, and it’s done it 3 times in the last year or so…did u find a permanent fix for it?
No I have not!!! my belt snaps off once a year i don't know why
When I first replaced it, I noticed the belt wasn’t riding even on the smooth pulley of the tensioner. So that’s why I had to replace the unit. Since then, no more shredded belt
@@bernabeleyva2086Did you replace the tensioner (check alignment carefully; there is a tool to properly torque)? Did you check the condition and rotation of the pullies (generator and AC)? Did you check the condition of the crank pulley?
GM has a service note on breaking belts (SB-10044385-9236 which maybe has been updated).
I just replaced my belt. Clamped it down. Put the screws in and closed the hood. Took it for a test drive and 20% of the belt is already shredded! Ugh!!!! I need help.
You need to get a new belt tensioner. When I just replaced the belt, one of the pulleys is thinner. So I replaced the belt tensioner. It’s about $200 for an AC Delco. Once you have good clearance, tighten it. Mine was loose from the previous owner. You’ll have to lift the alternator, in the Eco model. You don’t have to remove it. There are 4 bolts underneath. It’s a pain to get to it.
@@arvina3782 I’ll try that. It’s a challenge I’m willing to take.
@@kevsip1002 easiest way to get the 2 bolts under the alternator / generator is to remove the under-body plastic cover. And I used the last 1/4” socket with extension. It’s tight, I cussed at it a few times.
How do you move the serp tensioner to install the belt ? It just whooped my mechanic ass and whats the Part #Number for the belt???
The belt part # A070508 (Advance Auto). The belt tensioner AC Delco 12663047 (Amazon). Install the spring after you put the belt on. Then tighten the pivot bolt on the tensioner.
@@arvina3782 thanks bro , but im not replacing tensioner im just trying to replace the belt and asking how to work the tensioner bkuz its giving me the Blues "🎶
You have to remove that spring, and there’s that safety block. That safety block keeps the tensioner from pivoting more to reinstall the belt.
@Arvin A any suggestions for a battery and engine light that's keeps coming on. then engine reduce power message. towed to dealer replaced battery and starter.. lights still on now they say Generator and belt need to be replaced although the generator (alternator) was replaced 2-3 months ago and battery as well. HELP... They say no guarantee this will be the fix... car 10 years old I'm the original owner no issues with this car other than. serpentine belts 5 6 years ago. Please help keep dishing out money and not fixed
@@arelliacorley8252 sorry to hear that. I’m not a mechanic, just a weekend warrior. Worst case scenario is that the generator that was used to replace was pulled from a junkyard. Best case scenario is there’s a voltage drainage that’s draining your battery- you’d have to inspect all the fuse and relay.
What's the part number for the belt
From AdvanceAuto it’s, A070508
Is that a special clamp
I made it. I used the 3/4” unistrut or super strut. Then use a 6” or 8” C-clamp. I had another clamp that worked as well.
What is your serpentine belt number
I got it from Advance Auto. A070508 is the part number
You didnt replace the belt!!!
I did earlier and I realized there’s no video of it. So I made a video after getting it done. The belt was shredded initially, and there was nothing in RUclips how to get it done. So I made one after I’ve already installed the new belt.
Tengo uno igual pero revienta la correa cada 70 km necesito ayuda ahora estoy por reemplazar los tensores alguien tiene un problema similar que ya solucionó?
You may have to get new set because the old set that I had, the spring was loose and it was making the belly rub on other pulleys that was causing it to shred
It would help if you showed how to put the belt back on. Its a pain in the ass!
Sorry, I should have. I figured out how it weaved through the pulleys.