Adjusting Alternator Aux Belt on H22a8

prelude_h22 · Post by **prelude_h22** » Tue Mar 25, 2014 5:48 pm

Hi Guys

When I start the engine on my prelude there is a slight squeal which is due to the aux belts being slightly loose.
I have tried tightening the power steering pump belt as it was quite easy to access and do. However the squeal is still present so I need to tighten the alternator belt.

I have looked at the manual but it doesn't mention a procedure to do it as its pretty tricky to get to the lower alternator adjustment bolt.

Would I need to remove the front bumper and lower front passenger splash guard to access this bolt?

Thanks for your help guys

Post by **Thebusofwoe** » Tue Mar 25, 2014 6:21 pm

No mate, you will have to squeeze ur hands down there with whatever tools will fit

we usually use 1/4 inch drive extensions with a few uj's and a shallow socket

Post by **RattyMcClelland** » Tue Mar 25, 2014 7:53 pm

Alt tension is easy. 14mm socket near the top of the alt between the powersteering belt. One 12mm bolt below. Just loosen these. Then tighten the tension bolt on the front. 10mm.

One adjusted. Torque the 2 bolts back up.

prelude_h22 · Post by **prelude_h22** » Tue Mar 25, 2014 9:21 pm

Thanks guys

Ill have another go at it this weekend

Post by **Pushki** » Tue Mar 25, 2014 11:19 pm

prelude_h22 · Post by **prelude_h22** » Tue Jun 10, 2014 7:42 pm

Nice one - Thanks pushki