What is the role of the serpentine drivebelt in the engine and its components on Mercury Cougar?

A single serpentine drivebelt, located at the front of the engine, plays a crucial role in the operation of the engine and its components. It drives the alternator, power steering pump, water pump, and air conditioning compressor (if equipped). Due to its function and material, the belt is prone to wear and requires periodic inspection. With the engine off, open the hood and use your fingers (and a flashlight if necessary) to check for cracks, separation of the belt plies, fraying, and glazing, which gives the belt a shiny appearance. Both sides of the belt should be inspected, which means you will have to twist the belt to check the underside. The ribs on the underside of the belt should all be the same depth, with none of the surface uneven. The tension of the belt is checked visually. Locate the belt tensioner at the front of the engine on the right (passenger) side, adjacent to the lower crankshaft pulley, then find the tensioner operating marks. If the indicator mark is outside the operating range, the belt should be replaced. To replace the belt, lift the tensioner at the bolt. The tensioner will swing down once the tension of the belt is released. Remove the belt from the auxiliary components and carefully release the tensioner. Route the new belt over the various pulleys, again rotating the tensioner to allow the belt to be installed, then release the belt tensioner. Ensure the belt fits properly into the pulley grooves - it must be completely engaged. Most models have a drivebelt routing decal on the upper radiator panel to help during drivebelt installation.

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Mercury Cougar V-Belt
Part Number: F8RZ-8620-BB
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- Replaced by: F8RZ-8620-C
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2001 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V-Belt
Part Number: F8RZ-8620-CA
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- Replaced by: F8RZ-8620-CB
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2000 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar ATMTV BELT
Part Number: E4DZ8620D
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-1987 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V-Belt
Part Number: XS2Z-8620-HB
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- Manufacturer Note: #XS2E 8620-HB
- Replaced by: 3L8Z-8620-A
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2002 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V-Belt
Part Number: E5LY-8620-A
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- Other Name: Belt
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1986-1987 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V Belt
Part Number: F4SZ8620D
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- Other Name: V-Belt; Belt, Serpentine Belt
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1989 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V-Belt
Part Number: D9PZ-8620-F
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Alternator Belt, Serpentine Belt
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990-1991 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT
- 1985-1986 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V-Belt
Part Number: E1ZZ-8620-B
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: A.I.R. Belt, Belt, Serpentine Belt
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990-1992 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT
- 1988 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT AOD
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Mercury Cougar V-Belt
Part Number: D9PZ-8620-G
Product Specifications
- Replaces: E8TZ-8620-N, F8TZ-8620-HA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990-1991 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V Belt
Part Number: F5SZ8620DA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: V-Belt; Belt, Serpentine Belt
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1989 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V-Belt
Part Number: C9PZ-8620-GN
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1980-1981 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 8 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C3, 3AT C4, 4AT AOD, 4MT
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Mercury Cougar ATMTV BELT
Part Number: D8PZ8620P
Product Specifications
- Other Name: A.I.R. Pump Belt
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990-1991 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V Belt
Part Number: E1AZ8620A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: V-Belt
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990-1991 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar BELT DRIVE
Part Number: E1FZ8620K
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Belt, Power Steering, Power Steering Belt
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar ATMTV BELT
Part Number: E1SZ8620A
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1980-1985 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C3, 3AT C4, 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 4MT, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V-Belt
Part Number: E2HZ-8620-C
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- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1981-1982 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C3, 3AT C4, 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 4MT
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Mercury Cougar V Belt
Part Number: E2SZ8620A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: V-Belt; Alternator Belt, Serpentine Belt
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1986 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
- 1982 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.2L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD
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Mercury Cougar V-BELT
Part Number: E3ZZ8620A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Belt, Serpentine Belt
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT
- 1984-1986 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V-BELT
Part Number: E43Z8620G
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Belt, Idler Pulley
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990-1991 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar V-BELT
Part Number: E4TZ8620F
Product Specifications
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990-1993 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AOD, 5MT

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Mercury Cougar Drive Belt

The Drive Belt in Mercury Cougar vehicles is an essential one used for making the engine to drive necessary parts like the alternator and A/C compressor. Usually the serpentine belt of a vehicle surrounds all these parts and links them to crankshaft pulley and transmits power efficiently. Most Drive Belts have a lifespan of 100000 miles but if one notices fracturing or fraying of the belt, replacement is advised because both the parts and the engine can be damaged as a result. Drive Belts come in different subtypes depending on the intended application; V-belts, multi-groove belts and timing belts have certain preferable characteristics such as high tractive force allowing them to grip the pulley grooves, increased flexibility to accommodate uneven surfaces and non-stick surface to eliminate slippage respectively. These belts are relatively cheaper to acquire, easy to install and maintain, and have high tolerance for misalignment; hence, they offer maximum efficiency and act as shock absorbers for load variations. Originally known as Flat Belt, with maturity in the mechanical systems, Drive Belts are now an intricate part of informational age mechanical systems and are considered as the efficient way of transmitting power and motion.

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Mercury Cougar Drive Belt Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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E6AZ-8620-B
Q: What is the role of the serpentine drivebelt in the engine and its components on Mercury Cougar?
A: A single serpentine drivebelt, located at the front of the engine, plays a crucial role in the operation of the engine and its components. It drives the alternator, power steering pump, water pump, and air conditioning compressor (if equipped). Due to its function and material, the belt is prone to wear and requires periodic inspection. With the engine off, open the hood and use your fingers (and a flashlight if necessary) to check for cracks, separation of the belt plies, fraying, and glazing, which gives the belt a shiny appearance. Both sides of the belt should be inspected, which means you will have to twist the belt to check the underside. The ribs on the underside of the belt should all be the same depth, with none of the surface uneven. The tension of the belt is checked visually. Locate the belt tensioner at the front of the engine on the right (passenger) side, adjacent to the lower crankshaft pulley, then find the tensioner operating marks. If the indicator mark is outside the operating range, the belt should be replaced. To replace the belt, lift the tensioner at the bolt. The tensioner will swing down once the tension of the belt is released. Remove the belt from the auxiliary components and carefully release the tensioner. Route the new belt over the various pulleys, again rotating the tensioner to allow the belt to be installed, then release the belt tensioner. Ensure the belt fits properly into the pulley grooves - it must be completely engaged. Most models have a drivebelt routing decal on the upper radiator panel to help during drivebelt installation.