Many thanks timbrstx!
For sure I use jack stands, have spent much time under vehicles and would not dream for getting there without them.
Regarding the belt, same here, I just put the old one back on after failing to get the new one on.
I experienced the same issue as you described when...
I am doing some regular maintenance on my 2015 CX-5 2.5L and have come up with a snag when replacing the belts.
Note these need to be done through the passenger side wheel well.
The serpentine belt was a piece of cake.
However, the stretch belt for the water pump is a different story. Getting...