Chrysler Repair: Power steering belt for 96 2.5L V-6, serpintine belt, power steering


Question
How to I loosen the power steering so I can replace the serpintine belt, as the PS belt is in front of the serpentine and although I loosened a bolt on top and one on the bottom, I can not move the pump. It looks like there is another one on the back of the PS pulley, do I have to loosen that one also? It is very difficult to reach.

Answer
Hi Thomas,
Yes, to remove the PS belt that bolt on the back side has to be loosened too. Get at it from under the car. When you put that belt back on, use a 1/2" ratchet/bar to tension the belt and tighten up the back bolt first. Then tighten the pivot and bottom bolts.
Roland
PS Sorry for the delay but I just noticed the queation in the 'pool' to which it had been referred by Kevin.