How to Loosen a Belt Tensioner in 6 Steps

What is a Belt Tensioner?

How to Check a Belt Tensioner for Problems

Required Tools

Safety Precautions to Follow Before Loosening a Belt Tensioner

How to Loosen a Belt Tensioner in 6 Steps

Step 1: Park the Vehicle on a Level Ground

Step 2: Locate the Belt Tensioner

Step 3: Relieve the tension of the belt by rotating the pulley counterclockwise

Step 4: Locate the Mounting Bolt in Belt Tensioner

Step 5: Turn the Bolt Head Counterclockwise to Loosen the Bolt

Step 6: Remove the Other Bracket Bolts that Hold the Belt Tensioner to the Engine Block

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Key Takeaways

Frequently Asked Questions

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