How to Remove the Belt on Wuling Hongguang S?

[SanJackson]

Wuling Hongguang S belt removal method is as follows: 1. First, lift the vehicle, then loosen the tensioner pulley; 2. Use a 17mm hex wrench to apply downward force, and the generator belt can be removed; 3. If the tensioner pulley is too tight, it is recommended to use WD40 lubricant to lubricate the tensioner pulley spring before removal. Wuling Hongguang S generator belt maintenance methods: 1. After the car has traveled a certain mileage, adjust the tightness of the generator belt appropriately; 2. Pay attention to the wear degree of the bearings. If insufficient lubrication is found, you can drop a few drops of oil from the oil cup opening; 3. If the rectifier is dirty, it can be polished with fine sandpaper; 4. If the brush contact surface is uneven, it can be smoothed with fine sandpaper. The body dimensions of the Wuling Hongguang S are 4420mm in length, 1685mm in width, 1770mm in height, and the wheelbase is 2720mm.

[McPatrick]

Removing the belt on the Wuling Hongguang S requires a step-by-step process. First, prepare a 14mm wrench and gloves. After turning off the vehicle, disconnect the negative battery terminal. Open the engine hood and locate the belt connecting the alternator, air conditioning compressor, and crankshaft. Loosen the two mounting bolts on the alternator base, then loosen the adjustment bolt to move the alternator toward the engine, which will slacken the belt. Next, remove the belt from the pulleys in order—it's recommended to take a photo of the belt routing beforehand for reference. After removal, inspect the belt for cracks or wear. If it has exceeded 80,000 kilometers, replacing it directly is more convenient. During reinstallation, thread the belt along the original path, use a pry bar to adjust the alternator position and tension the belt, then tighten the bolts. For testing, start the engine and listen for any unusual noises. Pressing the middle of the belt should result in about 10mm of deflection for proper tension.

[SanHector]

I've replaced the belt on my Wuling Hongguang S three times myself. Just using a standard wrench set, first disconnect the battery for safety. The key is the alternator base—after loosening the 15mm mounting bolt, turn the side adjustment bolt counterclockwise two full turns, then you can push the alternator inward. Starting belt removal from the crankshaft pulley is most convenient; remember to slowly work it off following the pulley groove direction. During disassembly, if you notice oil stains on the water pump pulley, wipe them clean or the new belt will slip. After installing the new belt, don't tighten the bolts immediately—let the engine idle for two minutes to allow the belt to self-align, then fine-tune the tension. Finally, press the belt's midpoint with your thumb—proper deflection should be about the width of your index finger. Excessive tightness accelerates bearing wear.

[DelLane]

Operation must be performed when the engine is cold to prevent burns. First, disconnect the negative battery cable, then locate the adjustment bolt on the alternator base. Use a wrench to loosen it counterclockwise, and push the alternator about 2 cm toward the engine to slacken the belt. Start removing the belt from the outermost pulley, applying force vertically to avoid damaging the grooves. After removal, inspect the inner grooves of the belt; replace immediately if there are more than three cracks. During reinstallation, ensure the correct side of the belt faces outward (the side with markings). The most critical step is adjusting the tension: apply 100N of force to press the middle of the belt, with an optimal deflection of 8-12 mm. Tighten the bolts in the correct sequence—first secure, then adjust. Wear anti-slip gloves throughout the process and avoid getting grease on the belt surface.

[LylaLynn]

Follow these five steps: 1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal; 2. Loosen the generator mounting bolts; 3. Loosen the adjustment bolt to slacken the belt; 4. Remove the belt in the order of crankshaft-compressor-generator; 5. Clean oil stains from the pulley grooves. Beginners are advised to mark the original belt routing with chalk. Pay special attention to whether the tensioner pulley is stuck—if it makes abnormal noises when rotating, replace the pulley. During installation, first loop the belt around the crankshaft pulley, then route it from bottom to top, and finally tighten and secure it. A handy tip for testing tension: After starting the engine, turn on the headlights and air conditioning—if the belt squeals, it’s too loose. Normally, the belt should twist 90 degrees, with a pulling force of about 50 kg. Don’t forget to re-tighten the new belt after driving 200 km.