In this video I go over in detail how to change the serpentine and A/C accessory belt on a Nissan 350Z (VQ35DE). Hopefully this helps you if you have a worn belt or some squeaking like I had.
This has got to be the best mechanic video I have ever seen. Not tons of wasted time showing us tools and unnecessary crap but just got right to it. No stupid irritating background music. Best one yet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!... thanks
I just completed my project. Took 45 minutes. This video was perfect. I had a quick squeal then went away. I tightened the tension on the belts and the squeal went away. Thanks man.
Random question mr. sir, how would one takeoff the AC tensioner pulley to replace it along with belt, only doing the ac side, need to change out acc pulley, which one of those bolts or both do it take off
One other question-why would you need to loosen the holding nuts on the pulleys? I replaced the belts on mine quite a few years ago and don’t recall doing that.
I just tried to do this, there is absolutely no room to fit any tools, I’ll have to remove my fan!!! Anyone know why this would be happening? It’s pissing me off!
@@therealjessescheel 350z idk why but yea it’s all stock😂 and for some reason it just won’t fit, I guess I’ll go out and get all 3/8 in tools, but idk if those will even fit.
Did you have nonstop squeaking or did your car only squeal during a cold start? My 350 only squeals during the cold start but goes away completely after a few seconds and doesn’t squeal at all when it’s warmed up. Trying to figure out if I need a pulley somewhere or if I just need belts. Great video
@@Luv-dq5th yes I changed my belts a few weeks ago and the squealing stopped. I figured it was the belts to begin with because a bad pully will constantly make noise whereas mine would only do it on a cold start. My belts were probably 7 years old so it was time. The hot dry summers in Vegas destroy anything rubber pretty quick.
I would say try messing with the tension first. Your belts may be a little loose if they’re squeaking on deceleration. Also make sure there’s no oil or grease on them.
This has got to be the best mechanic video I have ever seen. Not tons of wasted time showing us tools and unnecessary crap but just got right to it. No stupid irritating background music. Best one yet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!... thanks
Glad you liked it Matthew! Thank you for the feedback! ☺️👍🏼
I just completed my project. Took 45 minutes. This video was perfect. I had a quick squeal then went away. I tightened the tension on the belts and the squeal went away. Thanks man.
MAN I WISH EVERY REPAIR VIDEO WAS THIS GOOD🤯
Thanks Matt! Glad you liked it! 😊👍
This is the exact sound mine is making, thank you!
Right on! make sure you try tightening them first. 🙂
Scared the shit out of me yesterday not gonna lie
Excellent production quality. We can easily see everything with perfect clarity. Thanks!
thanks. I was gonna find a shop but this gives me confidence to try this myself.
Thanks bro, much appreciated. Its videos like yours that make the internet a good place to visit
Great editing. Great footage. Thanks for the information. I’m pretty sure my accessory belt is out on my 350z.
One way to find out. Best of luck with it!!! 👍🏼
Yo fr in its simplicity I would say that this is Chrisfix type quality. I love your no bs style, awesome vid
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I am mechanically uninclined, thanks for cutting out the fluff but including video of ALL the steps.
I like how you explained it and how you showed it so I subscribe to you I appreciate it bro have a good one
Glad you liked it man! ☺️👍🏼
Random question mr. sir, how would one takeoff the AC tensioner pulley to replace it along with belt, only doing the ac side, need to change out acc pulley, which one of those bolts or both do it take off
I couldn't get the socket between the pully and the fan shroud, not enough space. Back on the ground and off to the store for a slimmer socket.
Still cheaper than having a shop do it. 🙂👍🏼
Great video dude.... Thank you so much.
Damn it, this was so easy lol. I just paid a mechanic to do this last week 🤣
Next time you got it! 😉
Thank you for sharing..doing this tomorrow 😊
Thank you for you help👍👍..they are charging me $90..just for the work
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Thank you for this informative video. Very good on clarity 👍 u da best
Glad it was helpful!
I put the new belt on and it squeaks still should I tighten it down more?
Good video, gotta change my belts tomorrow and this makes it look easy, hopefully it will be lol
You got this 🤙🏼
Can't believe I ignored my squeaking for 4 months when I could have just done this way earlier
Hi ! It's 26nm for both or just for the ac one ?
My 350z squeaks on cold start ups too and then goes away could it be my belt too ?
Could be your belts tension. It will shrink a little when its cold. Pry nothing to worry about but I am not a master mechanic. 🙃
What if I loosen the 12mm bolt under the main accessory tensioner too much where I can’t have enough tension when tighten. What do I do
Probably have a mechanic look at it if its not functioning appropriately. 😒🙃
I would always tighten the belt first unless the car has done high mileage in which case just change them out.
ACE top shelf video of how to do it. thanks Jesse
Glad you liked it! ☺️👍🏼
Best video yet, got right to it👌
Great vid, thanks for this. Belt types?
One other question-why would you need to loosen the holding nuts on the pulleys? I replaced the belts on mine quite a few years ago and don’t recall doing that.
That’s how you loosen the tension on the pulley.
@@therealjessescheel yeah, I remember now. Be pretty tough to do otherwise-lol. Thx.
Thanks man, it helped a lot
Im confused. You say before removing them? I just looked and I dont have any
Great video 🤘🏻🤘🏻. Quick question, what’s the point of loosening the tensioner bolts ?
You have to loosen the tensioner bolts to get the belt off. To tight otherwise.
Do you NEED the breaker bar or is it possible with just a normal socket wrench? great video!
No need for breaker bar. Just used it cause im a wimp.
@@therealjessescheel appreciate the response man! this video helped a lot
Do you HAVE to replace both belts? Or could I just change the ac one?
Learned something new
So glad to hear that! 🙂👍🏼
This is the same sound when I bought my z it started making the noise
Check your belt tension first. May just be loose or tight depending on climate.
You take the bumper off and work from underneath it ? Just wondering how I should get at it cause I need to replace my AC compressor clutch
I kept the bumper on and just removed the undercarriage plastic when I did it. 😊👍
@@therealjessescheel aye thank you bro 🙌🏼👌🏻
Good vid but why do you have different wheels front and back?
Cause I was burning the rears up when I did that video. ☺️
Is it bad that I don’t have an ac belt on? Or is it really just for the ac?
Doubt it will hurt anything. Just can’t get AC is all.
Cool dude!
So easy for the zs
Great design. Love the VQ!
Brilliant step-by-step. Cheers :)
Subscribed liking the content see you around Phoenix🤘
Love it! Sounds good man hopefully see you around!
Yoo, want kind of front splitter do you have on the Z?
Choice bro, easy as, many thanks
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What kind of took kit should I get for my 350? And where can I get it?
What do you mean?
@@therealjessescheel like tool kit as in vehicle sockets, etc.
I just get what I need at harbor freight. 👍🏼
Thank you !!!
Nah I’m going to do it today and show my uncle💀
Yo youre a god thank you!
I just tried to do this, there is absolutely no room to fit any tools, I’ll have to remove my fan!!! Anyone know why this would be happening? It’s pissing me off!
You are the first person I have heard of having problems doing it. Stock radiator and fans on your Z or G?
@@therealjessescheel 350z idk why but yea it’s all stock😂 and for some reason it just won’t fit, I guess I’ll go out and get all 3/8 in tools, but idk if those will even fit.
Did you have nonstop squeaking or did your car only squeal during a cold start? My 350 only squeals during the cold start but goes away completely after a few seconds and doesn’t squeal at all when it’s warmed up. Trying to figure out if I need a pulley somewhere or if I just need belts. Great video
Play with the tensioner. You can pry solve it without belts.
Did you figure it out? Mine is doing the exact same thing
@@Luv-dq5th yes I changed my belts a few weeks ago and the squealing stopped. I figured it was the belts to begin with because a bad pully will constantly make noise whereas mine would only do it on a cold start. My belts were probably 7 years old so it was time. The hot dry summers in Vegas destroy anything rubber pretty quick.
2021 my car is making this sound it’s annoying lol 😂
Play with the tension first. If its cold in your area it can tighten the belts.
what size acc belt would i need for my 350z? its an 05 if that helps
Hey Jonah,
I dont know off the top of my head. Auto zone or some parts store should be able to tell you though! 🙂👍
Size of the belt
I have the same noise but mine only makes it when I’m decelerating idk if I should replace the belt or maybe it’s something else?
I would say try messing with the tension first. Your belts may be a little loose if they’re squeaking on deceleration. Also make sure there’s no oil or grease on them.
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My serpentine belt ripped off while reving 😔
Maybe an unbalanced pulley?
Where do I buy the timing belt?
I am not currently familiar with the timing belt setup on the VQ sorry
Too bad I have an HR☹️
That’s a good thing man! 😊😉
Jesse Scheel I love your videos bro I hope you blow up and still remember your loyal day 1 fans🤩👏🏼👏🏼
Lemme go fack up my z up RQ!
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I did every step but it keeps squealing when I turn the car on what do I do ?
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