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NHTSA ID Number: 10160943
Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 48001
Summary
Some 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a squeal noise from the accessory drive belt, illuminated charging system indicator, and/or damaged alternator pulley. Accessory drive belt DA8Z-8620-G has been released to eliminate this noise and alternator pulley damage. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-05 for the removal and installation procedure. For claiming, use causal part 8620 and applicable labor operations in Section 06 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
4 Affected Products
Vehicle
FORD![]() | EXPLORER | 2016-2019 |
SSM 48001
- Efficient Belt Maintenance: Designed for effortless removal and installation of serpentine belts, providing the necessary leverage and clearance to release spring pressure and remove the tensioner pulley.
- Durable Construction: Crafted from durable alloy steel with a black oxide finish, this serpentine belt tool set resists rust, ensuring longevity and reliable performance job after job.
- Versatile Compatibility: Comes with 3/8 inch drive steel handle, 1/2 inch drive adapter, and sockets in sizes 13 mm, 15 mm, 16 mm, and 18 mm, making it compatible with almost all serpentine belt applications.
- Ease of Access: The thin, sturdy design allows for easy access to tensioners in tight spaces, enhancing job efficiency and reducing the time needed for belt maintenance tasks.
- Customer Appreciated: Mechanics and DIY automotive enthusiasts value the tool's quality and versatility, noting its substantial contribution to simplifying serpentine belt maintenance.
- Combining the innovation of a GEARWRENCH ratcheting wrench with the requirements of the serpentine belt removal tool to provide the best possible combination
- Complete tool set for removing or installing the serpentine belt on vehicles with a spring loaded belt tensioner pulley
- Long bar can hold sockets directly or attach to the ratcheting wrench for maximum access
- Includes Drive Tools: Long Bar, Special GearWrench Ratcheting Wrench, and 3/8inch, 1/2inch and 3/4inch Adapters
- Includes 6 Point Sockets: 13 millimeter, 14 millimeter, 15 millimeter, 16 millimeter, 17 millimeter, 18 millimeter and 19 millimeter
- Complete tool set for removing or installing the serpentine belt on vehicles with a spring-loaded belt tensioner pulley.
- Combines the advantages of a ratcheting wrench with the requirements of the serpentine belt removal tool to provide the best possible combination.
- Comes with extension for hard-to-reach belt tensioners. Eight low profile sockets and extension help to fit into tight spots.
- Includes Drive Tools: 14" extension arm, ratcheting wrench with 19 mm female ratchet drive, and 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4" square adapters
- Includes Sockets: 13 mm, 14 mm, 15 mm, 16 mm, 17 mm, 18 mm and 19 mm. Includes Crowfoot Wrenches: 13 mm, 14 mm and 15 mm.
- Function: This ratcheting serpentine belt tool kit is used for removing or installing serpentine belts on vehicles with spring loaded belt tensioner pulleys.
- Professional Tool Kit: This serpentine belt tool kit combines the benefits of a ratcheting wrench with the requirements of a serpentine belt removal tool to provide the best possible combination.
- With Extension Long Bar: The long extension bar provides extra reach and works with the ratchet for maximum reach. Eight low-profile sockets and extension bar help fit into tight and hard to reach places.
- Package Includes: 14" extension bar; 19mm female ratchet-driven ratchet wrench; 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4" square adapters; 6-point sockets (13/14/15/16/17/18/19 mm); open-end crowfoot wrenches (13/14/15 mm).
- Premium Material: Made of high quality steel, high hardness, corrosion resistant, rust resistant. Comes with a carrying case and a pair of gloves, convenient to transport and store.
- ILLUSTRATION - For Remove and Install Belts on Serpentine Systems Using Spring Loaded Idler Pulleys
- FITMENT - 9" Bar With 1/2" Square Drive Compatible With Chrysler 2.5, 3.0 L and Ford
4.6 L Engines; 23" Bar With 3/8" Square Drive Compatible With Ford
1.9, 2.3 L and GM 3.1 L Engines.
- NOTE - Used For Vehicles With Spring-Loadedautomatic Belt Tensioners Only
- BOX DESIGN - Provide Injection Molding Boxes For Easy Storage and Management, With Dimension Markings at Each Part Position to Prevent Confusion
- PACKAGE CONTENT - 4 X Socket, 3 X Crowfoot, 1 X 9" Bar With 1/2" Square Drive, 1 X 23" Bar With 3/8" Square Drive
- Complete tool set for removing or installing the serpentine belt on vehicles with a spring loaded belt tensioner pulley
- Long bar can hold sockets directly or attach to the ratcheting wrench for maximum access
- Complete tool set for removing or installing the serpentine belt on vehicles with a spring-loaded belt tensioner pulley. Come with red storage case.
- Combines the advantages of a ratcheting wrench with the requirements of the serpentine belt removal tool to provide the best possible combination.
- Comes with extension for hard-to-reach belt tensioners. Eight low profile sockets and extension help to fit into tight spots.
- Includes Drive Tools: 14" extension arm, ratcheting wrench with 19 mm and 22 mm female ratchet drive, and 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4" square adapters
- Includes Sockets: 13 mm, 14 mm, 15 mm, 16 mm, 17 mm, 18 mm and 19 mm. Includes Crowfoot Wrenches: 13 mm, 14 mm and 15 mm.
- Fingers easily control the serpentine belt during installation and removal
- Works faster and easier than standard belt hook tools
- For removing and installing serpentine belts on vehicles with spring-loaded belt tensioners
- Includes accessories for specific vehicle applications, including GM, Ford
, Chrysler, SAAB, VW and Volvo.
- INCLUDES: Complete accessory kit included for multi vehicle applications
- COMES IN: Heavy duty blow molded case to keep set protected and organized
- EASY TO READ: Includes detailed usage instruction with photos
- Package Include: The Stretch Belt Tool includes Stretch Belt Remover x 1, Stretch Belt Installer x 1.
- Durable Material: Made of high quality aluminum alloy material with smooth surface which will not damage the belt, corrosion resistance for long service life.
- Portable Size: The compact design allows you to operate quickly and efficiently in tight spaces, and convenient for easy carrying and storage.
- How to Use: Place the car belt remover installer between the pulley groove and the belt. Then turn the pulley one turn clockwise to install or remove.
- Wide Application: It is more time saving to replace the elastic waist belt with this car stretch belt remover installer, which can be used for most elastic belt applications such as trolleys, trucks, cars and other vehicles, it's an essential tool for any mechanic or DIY enthusiast.
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