Renault Clio II (1998 - 2001) - 99 alternator belt falls off after cambelt changed | Technical matters | Back Room Forum

What is life like with your car? Let us know and win £500 in John Lewis vouchers | No thanks

Sat 8 Aug 2009 12:35

99 alternator belt falls off after cambelt changed - chris1982

Hi, I had a new cambelt fitted at Renault about a month ago on my 1.6 engine, and since then the alternator belt has come off twice. The bottom pulley looks to be wobbling slightly when the engine's running, could it be a case of Renault not putting everything back together properly, or is it just a case of bad luck? Cheers Chris

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 08/08/2009 at 15:18

Reply | Report as offensive | Link

Sat 8 Aug 2009 15:37

99 alternator belt falls off after cambelt changed - galileo

If the bottom pulley is a crankshaft damper which has a rubber insert between hub and outer part it may be failing - I suggest you have it checked before it falls apart.

Reply | Report as offensive | Link

Sun 9 Aug 2009 23:05

99 alternator belt falls off after cambelt changed - chris1982

Thanks galileo, I've been in touch with the Renault place where the work was done, and it'll be going in this week. Chris

Reply | Report as offensive | Link

Related questions

How can I keep my new car in the best condition?

This month, I’m taking delivery of my first ever brand new car - a Suzuki Ignis. Thanks to Suzuki’s seven year or 100k warranty, subject to T and Cs, involving getting the car serviced from an authorised...

When would be the best time to buy a new car - before the new registrations come out or after?

When would be the best time to buy a new car? Before the new registrations come out or after?

What rivals to the Toyota Yaris Cross come with four-wheel-drive?

I'm looking for a four-wheel-drive car similar to the Toyota Yaris Cross - what are the best options for a car of similar size?

My new car has been delayed - should I wait for it to be registered in September?

I ordered a new Lexus RZ in early February. Originally I was told late May for delivery, that then became middle late June and I’ve just been informed the vehicle has gone into production and we are now...

Ask Honest John

Sell Your Car

Real MPG

Fuel Calculator