How to Install the Borui Generator Belt?

[DelPiper]

Borui generator belt installation method is as follows: 1. First, drive the vehicle onto the lift and disconnect the battery. 2. Remove the water pipe joint bracket, insert the tool into the special opening of the belt tensioner, then use a wrench to turn the automatic belt tensioner clockwise and loosen the engine auxiliary system belt. 3. Then install the belt and fix the tensioner. The following is part of the introduction about the tensioner: 1. The tensioner is a tensioning device for belt transmission. When the center distance of the belt cannot be adjusted, the tensioner can be used to tension the belt. 2. The tensioner is a follower wheel pressed on the belt to change the wrap angle of the pulley or control the tension of the belt.

[LeBeau]

I've replaced the alternator belts on several cars myself before, and it feels quite straightforward. You'll need to prepare a new belt, wrenches, and a tensioner tool beforehand, and it's safer to operate when the engine is cool. Locate the belt system at the front of the Borui engine, and clearly identify the pulley positions for the alternator, water pump, and air conditioning compressor. Use a wrench to loosen the tensioner bolt and slowly remove the old belt to avoid injury. Then, install the new belt according to the manual's diagram, ensuring each pulley aligns with the groove and the belt isn't crooked. Tension adjustment is crucial: press the middle of the belt by hand—it should deflect about 10-15mm. Too loose, and it will slip; too tight, and it may break. After tightening the bolt, start the engine and listen for any unusual sounds. If it runs smoothly without squeaking, you've succeeded. Basic wrenches are all you need for tools, and wearing gloves for protection is recommended. The whole process takes about 20 minutes.

[LylaRose]

I installed the BorgWarner generator belt at home by myself and found it quite practical. During the preparation, I made sure the engine wasn't hot to avoid burning my hands, and the tools I used were just a wrench and a tension gauge. After opening the hood, I located the belt system—the tensioner pulley is usually quite obvious—and loosened it to remove the old belt. When installing the new belt, I took a photo of the old belt's position as a reference to avoid incorrect routing. Once the pulleys were aligned, I adjusted the tension and tested the elasticity by pressing with my fingers. After starting the car for a test run, everything worked smoothly, which felt very rewarding. By the way, regularly checking the belt for cracks or wear can help prevent failures in advance and reduce the risk of breakdowns on the road. The process is simple and suitable for amateurs to try, but if unsure, watching video tutorials is a safer option.

[BriannaLee]

My husband learned a trick while helping me install the generator belt. After opening the cold engine, he loosened the tensioner pulley bolt with a wrench, and I assisted by holding the tools. We removed the old belt, placed the new one, and followed the manual to loop it around the pulleys, making sure it wasn't misaligned. For the tension test, we pressed it by hand, and once the elasticity felt just right, we secured it. After starting the engine, it ran smoothly, and the only tool we used was a simple wrench. The whole process took less than 10 minutes and went quite smoothly. Sharing a little tip: The frequency of belt replacement depends on mileage; generally, check every 60,000 kilometers, and replace immediately if cracks are found to save big money.