For my two '10 Fits (original belts, have 180K and 200K miles on them respectively) I got a *Continental 5K1135* ($9.50) and for the nicer Fit a *Gates K050448* ($17.50). One is listed as being 1.135 meters (44.69 inches) inside circumference, the other 1.153 meters (45 and 3/8") outer circumference. No matter; both are indicated to be correct for the vehicle, and there are others, from other manufacturers. I'll guess the "K" in "K050448" is the designation for micro-V belt, "050" is probably the diameter in hundredths of an inch, and "448" the inner circumference, in tenths of an inch.
Just like the paper Haynes manuals-- 10 minutes explaining how to open your hood then glossing over the toughest parts. And then treating a wide range of models the same. Here's a hint, fellas: the 2007 Fit's lower alternator bolt is not accessible in the way shown here and, in fact, is about a million times more difficult to access. But, yeah, thanks for this guide.
Dont forget to disconnect the abs module connector for more room. To do so lift up on the orange lock tab. It can be snug so you may have to wiggle it a bit before it pulls up.
I just inspect mine. If it's old and showing any sign of cracking, change it. Mine's the original (17 yrs), but only 40k kms (24k miles) and still looks fine. I don't drive the car much and it's always garaged.
What is the correct size of belt?
For my two '10 Fits (original belts, have 180K and 200K miles on them respectively) I got a *Continental 5K1135* ($9.50) and for the nicer Fit a *Gates K050448* ($17.50). One is listed as being 1.135 meters (44.69 inches) inside circumference, the other 1.153 meters (45 and 3/8") outer circumference. No matter; both are indicated to be correct for the vehicle, and there are others, from other manufacturers. I'll guess the "K" in "K050448" is the designation for micro-V belt, "050" is probably the diameter in hundredths of an inch, and "448" the inner circumference, in tenths of an inch.
@@paulh6591 thank you. Very much appreciated.
@@paulh6591 i bought bando belt 5pk1140 which barely fit the FIT. But i managed. I guess the perfect fit would have been 1145 or 1150.
Just like the paper Haynes manuals-- 10 minutes explaining how to open your hood then glossing over the toughest parts. And then treating a wide range of models the same. Here's a hint, fellas: the 2007 Fit's lower alternator bolt is not accessible in the way shown here and, in fact, is about a million times more difficult to access. But, yeah, thanks for this guide.
Exactly! This job would be a piece of cake if it wasn’t for that stupid bolt and they faked it in the video!
not true you can access the bolt just need the right extensions and a long flexhead wrench def helps.
@@michaelmiranda6297 Not on my car. The bolt seized up and there was no access for adequate torque.
@@seanfyodorovich5230 what did you end up having to do? Asking for my fit.
Remove airbox and use a long extension to get to the lower bolt on 07/08 cars
you can also just use to the tensioner to loosen the belt... you dont have to touch the alternator.
tensioner is fixed this is incorrect
@@jimothy138 Honda fits tensior does not swivel over like most cars.
Dont forget to disconnect the abs module connector for more room. To do so lift up on the orange lock tab. It can be snug so you may have to wiggle it a bit before it pulls up.
Very helpful.thank you.
Come on that lower alternator bolt is almost impossible to reach and you just gloss over it and fake that part of the procedure?
I was just thinking about that, I recall doing this and using a long extension to get to that bolt
Thanks. I still haven’t changed my belt but I’m ready now with my super long extension.
@@maxcarter970 what year is your Fit? Are you going through the passenger wheel well?
What is the service schedule for this belt?
I just inspect mine. If it's old and showing any sign of cracking, change it. Mine's the original (17 yrs), but only 40k kms (24k miles) and still looks fine. I don't drive the car much and it's always garaged.
I just did this on a 2011. It’s totally different. Find another video. Seriously.
removing stuff you don't have to??
I think because that was the Honda Fit that they produced in Tijuana .
This car has no belt tensioner
It has a tensioner it’s just not an auto tensioner. Tension is adjusted with the alternator positioning bolt
nice voices....lol