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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 09:25 AM
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Default Re: how to release belt tensioner???

Originally Posted by HyprLtH20
which way and direction does the pulley "swing"? i just dont get why i cant do this.. its so simple n every other car ive worked on.

i tightened the bolt up and continued to rotate as if tightening but nothing happened. maybe im not doing the right bolt? is it the bolt that holds the pullley on?
E10 Torx in the center of the pulley. I used a small breaker bar, maybe 15", I am not sure you could do it with a standard 3/8" ratchet - there is quite a bit of force required.
What are you using?

Pulley will swing towards the crank pully.
 
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