The Honda Accord is offered in several engine sizes that require different accessory belts to operate these components, including the air conditioner, alternator, water pump and the power steering. The belts are routed around the pulleys so that when the engine is running, the crankshaft can drive the belt around each pulley. This process enables each accessory to perform its required function. If any of the belts have any type of damage, such as fraying and cracking, they need to be replaced immediately.
Locate the alternator on the front left-hand side of the engine. Loosen the upper and lower alternator mounting bolts by turning them counterclockwise with a ratchet and socket.
Turn the adjustment bolt on the lower left-hand side of the alternator clockwise to tighten the belt and counterclockwise to loosen it.
Tighten the alternator mounting bolts with the ratchet and socket.
Locate the power steering pump on the front top side of the engine. Loosen the upper and lower mounting bolts by turning them counterclockwise with the ratchet and socket.
Turn the adjustment bolt on the side of the power steering adjustment bracket clockwise to tighten the belt and counterclockwise to loosen it.
Tighten the power steering pump mounting bolts with the ratchet and socket.
