Serpentine belt replacement Guide2016 Honda Fit
Complete DIY repair guide with step-by-step instructions. Find exact parts on Amazon for your vehicle.
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-25 minutes
Parts Needed
1 items
DIY Savings
$100-400+
2016 Honda Fit — What You Need to Know
- →Honda Fit has electric power steering — no PS pump pulley in the belt path
- →4-rib belt only — much simpler routing than most V6 vehicles
- →Manual adjustment required: target 0.24-0.35 inch (6-9mm) deflection mid-span under moderate thumb pressure
- →Belt drives only AC compressor and alternator — if either of those fail, belt may squeal or break
Torque Specs
Alternator pivot bolt: 33 ft-lbs | Adjusting bolt lock nut: 17 ft-lbs
Safety Warnings
- •Honda Fit has ELECTRIC power steering — NO PS pump in belt routing. Only AC and alternator
- •Manual tensioner: must set correct tension — not automatic
Tools Required
10mm socket (pivot bolt)
10mm socket (adjuster bolt)
Parts Needed
Serpentine Belt4 rib — drives alternator and AC only (electric steering)
Shop on AmazonOEM 38920-RB0-004Gates K040339 / Bando 4PK875
Basic Procedure Overview
- 1Loosen pivot bolt (10mm) on alternator
- 2Turn adjuster bolt (10mm) to relieve belt tension
- 3Remove belt from AC compressor pulley and alternator
- 4Install new belt, adjust tension to 0.24-0.35 inch deflection (6-9mm) at longest span
- 5Torque pivot bolt to 33 ft-lbs, adjuster bolt to 17 ft-lbs
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