Serpentine belt replacement Guide2016 Kia Soul
Complete DIY repair guide with step-by-step instructions. Find exact parts on Amazon for your vehicle.
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-20 minutes
Parts Needed
1 items
DIY Savings
$100-400+
2016 Kia Soul — What You Need to Know
- →Kia Soul has ELECTRIC power steering — no PS pump pulley in belt routing
- →Spring tensioner accessed from top of engine — 14mm bolt rotates to release
- →1.6L and 2.0L Soul models use the same belt on most years
- →Belt inspection: if belt has more than 3 cracks per 3 inches of belt surface, replace immediately
Torque Specs
Tensioner bolt: 26 ft-lbs
Belt Routing
Crankshaft → AC compressor → idler → alternator → spring tensioner. No power steering pump (electric steering).
Safety Warnings
- •Note routing before removal
- •Check tensioner for wear
- •Inspect all pulleys
Tools Required
14mm socket (tensioner)
Parts Needed
Serpentine Belt (2.0L)4 rib — electric power steering, no PS pump
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Basic Procedure Overview
- 1Rotate 14mm tensioner clockwise to release belt tension
- 2Remove belt from alternator, thread off remaining pulleys
- 3Route new belt: crank → AC → idler → alternator
- 4Hold tensioner, slip belt over alternator, release slowly
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