1999 Kia Sportage EX AC belt loose, can't find how to adjust it.

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you have to loosen the drive belt adjuster jam side nut and loosen the adjuster bolt,that will loose tension so you can remove drive belt to AC COMPRESSOR.

1.8L Engine

1. Using a belt tension gauge, measure the drive belt tension and compare with the following specifications:
   1. Alternator belt (new): 86-103 lbs. (383-461 N)
      
   2. Alternator belt (used): 68-86 lbs. (304-383 N)
      
   3. A/C compressor and power steering pump belt (new): 110-132 lbs (491-589 N)
      
   4. A/C compressor and power steering pump belt (used): 95-110 lbs. (422-491 N)
      
      
      Fig. Using a tension gauge to measure the alternator belt tension - 1.8L engines (click HERE for zoom)
      
      
   
   
2. Using the deflection method, apply moderate pressure (about 22 lbs) halfway between the pulleys, and compare with the following specifications.
   1. Alternator belt (new): 0.31-0.35 in. (8-9mm)
   Alternator belt (used): 0.35-0.39 in. (9-10mm)
   
   2. A/C compressor and power steering pump belt (new): 0.31-0.35 in. (8-9mm)
      
   3. A/C compressor and power steering pump belt (used): 0.35-0.39 in. (9-10mm)
3. If the specifications fall outside the ranges given, adjust the belt as follows:
   1. Loosen the alternator mounting bolt and adjusting bolt.
      
   2. Adjust the alternator to get the specified belt deflection.
      
   3. Tighten the bolts, then recheck the tension.
      
      
      Fig. Adjusting the alternator belt-1.8L engines
      

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1.8L Engine

1. Using a belt tension gauge, measure the drive belt tension and compare with the following specifications:
   1. Alternator belt (new): 86-103 lbs. (383-461 N)
      
   2. Alternator belt (used): 68-86 lbs. (304-383 N)
      
   3. A/C compressor and power steering pump belt (new): 110-132 lbs (491-589 N)
      
   4. A/C compressor and power steering pump belt (used): 95-110 lbs. (422-491 N)
      
      
      

      Fig. Using a tension gauge to measure the alternator belt tension - 1.8L engines (click image for zoom)
      

   
   
2. Using the deflection method, apply moderate pressure (about 22 lbs) halfway between the pulleys, and compare with the following specifications.
   1. Alternator belt (new): 0.31-0.35 in. (8-9mm)
   Alternator belt (used): 0.35-0.39 in. (9-10mm)
   
   2. A/C compressor and power steering pump belt (new): 0.31-0.35 in. (8-9mm)
      
   3. A/C compressor and power steering pump belt (used): 0.35-0.39 in. (9-10mm)
3. If the specifications fall outside the ranges given, adjust the belt as follows:
   1. Loosen the alternator mounting bolt and adjusting bolt.
      
   2. Adjust the alternator to get the specified belt deflection.
      
   3. Tighten the bolts, then recheck the tension.
      
      
      

      Fig. Adjusting the alternator belt-1.8L engines
      

Hope helps.

Kia Sportage 1998-02
Water Pump - Removal & Installation

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions at the beginning of this section.
2. Drain the cooling system.
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   Negative battery cable Lower splash shield Upper and lower radiator hoses Coolant reservoir tank hose Fresh air duct Fan and shroud Loosen the alternator mounting and adjusting bolts Alternator belt Fan pulley and bracket Upper and lower timing belt covers and turn the crankshaft until No. 1 cylinder is at Top Dead Center (TDC). Loosen the tensioner lockbolt and pry the tensioner away from the belt Timing belt Loosen the tensioner bolt Water pump Tensioners from the water pump
   

To install:



Fig. Exploded view of the water pump mounting

1. Clean the surface of any old gasket material.
2. Install or connect the following:
   Tensioners on the water pump Water pump and gasket. Torque the bolts to 19 ft. lbs. 25 Nm). Timing belt Loosen the tensioner lockbolt and allow the tensioner to rest against the belt. Torque the tensioner lockbolt to 32 ft. lbs. (43 Nm). Upper and lower timing belt covers Fan bracket assembly and fan pulley Drive belt Cooling fan and shroud Position the radiator and torque the bracket bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm). Torque the shroud bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm) and torque the alternator adjusting and mounting bolts Position the fresh air duct over the radiator and tighten the retaining bolt 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm) Radiator hoses and tighten the clamps Lower splash shield Negative battery cable
3. Fill the cooling system.
4. Start the vehicle and bring the engine to operating temperature. Check for leaks and repair if necessary.

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There is a log bolt that needs to be loosened,but the bolt on the back ,top of the alternator has to be loosened first,then turn the long adjusting bolt counter clock wise,to loosen the alternator to get the belt off,after loosening the long bolt you can pull on the belt itself,and this will pull the alternator towards the engine,then you can remove the bolt.

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Belt —A/C Removal

1. Remove the A/C compressor drive belt.
   1. Loosen the A/C compressor drive belt pulley tensioner bolt.
   1. Loosen the A/C compressor drive belt idler pulley adjustment bolt.

Installation

1. CAUTION: Incorrect drive belt installation will cause drive belt failure.
   NOTE: Inspect the pulleys for warping or abnormal wear.
   NOTE: Make sure drive belt is properly installed on each pulley.
   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   • Adjust the A/C compressor drive belt. For additional information, refer to Belt Adjustment—A/C .

Crankshaft match marks


Align marks on timing belt pulley and pump body.

Camshaft pulley alignment marks

1. Align marks on camshaft pulleys with alignment marks on seal plate.
2. Install timing belt. NOTE: No looseness should exist on the tension side and at the camshaft pulleys.
   
3. Loosen tensioner lock bolt.
4. Turn crankshaft 2 revolutions in direction of rotation and check that timing marks are still in alignment.
5. Tighten timing belt tension lock bolt to 27-38 ft lb (32-52 Nm).
6. Apply a force of 22 lbs to timing belt between camshaft sprockets.
7. Belt deflection should measure 0.30-0.33 in (7.5-8.5 mm)
8. NOTE: Replace tensioner spring if timing belt deflection is excessive.

Timing Belt Installation

1. Install lower timing belt cover.
2. Install upper timing belt cover.
3. Install power steering drive belt and adjust belt tension.
4. Install fan pulley.
5. Install generator drive belt and adjust belt tension.
6. Install A/C drive belt and adjust belt tension.
7. Install splash guard.
8. Install fan and fan shroud.
9. Install 4 fan bolts. Tighten to 24 ft lb (33 Nm).
10. Install fan shroud mounting bolts.
11. Install fresh air duct.
12. Connect hose to resonance chamber.
13. Connect battery negative cable.

Yes, very easy...here is the steps to do it:

To Remove:

1. Disconnect battery negative cable.
2. Remove air cleaner inlet pipe.
3. Disconnect alternator electrical connections.
4. Loosen (but do not remove) pivot bolt and tensioner mounting bolt.
5. Remove drive belt form alternator pulley.
6. Remove tensioner mounting bolt and belt tensioner.
7. Remove pivot bolt, loosen adjusting bracket bolt and rotate bracket up.
8. Remove alternator.

To Install:

1. Place alternator on engine.
2. Install (but do not tighten) pivot bolt.
3. Rotate bracket down on top of alternator.
4. Install belt tensioner and install bolt loosely.
5. Install drive belt on alternator pulley.
6. Tighten tensioner bolt to 14-19 ft lb (19-26 Nm).
7. Tighten pivot bolt and bracket bolt to 28-38 ft lb (38-51 Nm).
8. Connect alternator electrical connections.
9. Install air cleaner inlet pipe.
10. Connect battery negative cable.