replacing drive belts

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Old Mar 21, 2007 | 10:47 PM
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replacing drive belts

I feel like a noob for asking this, but... it must be done.

My belt(s) are sqeaky and I dont like it. I dont feel like taking it to a mechanic. I searched this site and my repair manual, but I couldnt find instructions on how to change them. Im guessing that all I have to do is loosen the adjusting screw on the power steering pump and alternator, then slip the belts off, replace, and retension.
My main concern is: How will I know when I have the proper tension on the new belt?

Thanks for your help guys

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Old Mar 22, 2007 | 03:09 AM
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as far as i can remember you want it to have about a 1/2" flex to it.
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Old Mar 22, 2007 | 05:56 AM
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check you owners manual, it should give you the exact number for how much "free play" the belts should have.
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