2016 Honda Accord Belt Diagram (2024)

FAQs

Where is the serpentine belt diagram? ›

Some vehicles have the serpentine belt diagram located on a decal somewhere in the engine compartment. But if your car does not have a decal, you can easily look up the diagram in a repair manual or repair database. Another option is to take a photo of the old belt before removal.

An Accord from 2008-2012 with a 4-cylinder engine will have a timing chain, whereas the V6 engine models have a timing belt. From 2013-2017, the 4-cylinder models still have a timing chain and the V6 models have a timing belt. Starting with the 2018 model year, all the available engines come with a timing chain.

The real cost is in the labor, because a lot of parts need to be disassembled to get to the belt. Shopping around to get a few quotes is your best bet to get the best deal, but you can expect to pay anywhere from $409 to $919 (including parts and labor).

Where can I find a belt routing diagram for my engine? A: Commonly a belt routing diagram sticker is on the underside of the hood or in the engine compartment.

A serpentine belt (or drive belt) is a single, continuous belt used to drive multiple peripheral devices in an automotive engine, such as an alternator, power steering pump, water pump, air conditioning compressor, air pump, etc.

Other signs of a failing Timing Belt may include excessive engine vibrations, ticking or clanking noises coming from the front of the engine, and the Check Engine light coming on.

However, the general timeline you'll want to follow is to replace your timing belt anywhere between 60,000 and 100,000 miles.

How long does it take to change timing belts? The time it takes to replace a timing belt varies depending on the car's make and model. On average, it takes between 4 to 6 hours to replace a timing belt. However, some cars may require more time as there may be more parts that need to be removed to gain access.

A timing belt has deep, horizontal ribbing. Whereas, a serpentine belt has thinner grooves that run vertically. If you drive an older, high-mileage vehicle, you should be extra careful with these belts. Eventually, they will need to be changed.

The serpentine belt is a single, continuous belt that drives multiple devices in your engine, such as the alternator, power steering pump, water pump, and air conditioning compressor. If your serpentine belt breaks, all of these systems will shut down and your vehicle will overheat.

How do I know which serpentine belt to buy? ›

You can find the correct size of serpentine belt for your car in the owner's manual or by using an online belt sizing tool. If you are unsure about the size of the serpentine belt you need, it is best to consult a mechanic or an auto parts store.

Whether you go to the mechanic or do it yourself, replacing a serpentine belt costs $58 to $126. The price of a serpentine belt starts at around $25 and goes up to $75 at most. It typically takes about an hour to replace the serpentine belt, and if you know some car repair basics, you could change the belt yourself.

Depending on the engine in your vehicle, the serpentine belt may be located at the front of the engine bay, or it may be along one side. There may be engine covers in the way, so be prepared to remove them if need be.