Serpentine belt replacement Guide1998 Honda Odyssey
Complete DIY repair guide with step-by-step instructions. Find exact parts on Amazon for your vehicle.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Time
30-45 minutes
Parts Needed
1 items
DIY Savings
$100-400+
1998 Honda Odyssey — What You Need to Know
- →2005-2010 Odyssey uses a MANUAL tensioner — you must adjust tension by turning an adjuster bolt, unlike most modern vehicles with automatic tensioners
- →Belt tension spec: 0.22-0.28 inch deflection (about 7mm) at the midpoint of the longest belt span
- →Honda radio requires a 5-digit code after battery disconnect — write it down from the glove box sticker before starting
- →2011+ Odyssey switched to an automatic spring tensioner — this procedure applies to 2005-2010 only
Torque Specs
Tensioner pivot bolt: 33 ft-lbs | Tensioner adjuster bolt: 17 ft-lbs
Belt Routing
Crankshaft → power steering pump → AC compressor → idler pulley → manual tensioner → alternator. 6-rib belt, manual adjustment required on 2005-2010.
Safety Warnings
- •2005-2010 Odyssey has a MANUAL tensioner — there is no automatic spring tensioner like most modern vehicles
- •Incorrect belt tension causes premature failure and component damage
Tools Required
10mm socket (tensioner pivot)
12mm socket (tensioner adjuster)
Belt tension gauge
Torque wrench
Parts Needed
Serpentine Belt6 rib, 2185mm
Shop on AmazonOEM 38920-RGW-A02Gates K060860 / Bando 6PK2185
Basic Procedure Overview
- 1Loosen tensioner pivot bolt (10mm) — do not remove fully
- 2Turn adjuster bolt (12mm) clockwise to relieve tension
- 3Slide belt off alternator pulley and remove
- 4Route new belt: crankshaft → PS pump → AC compressor → idler → tensioner → alternator
- 5Turn adjuster bolt counterclockwise to increase tension until deflection is 0.22-0.28 inch at center of longest span
- 6Torque pivot bolt to 33 ft-lbs
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