how to release belt tensioner???

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Jun 12, 2008 | 06:39 PM

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HyprLtH20

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Re: how to release belt tensioner???

lol yea you threw me for a loop! i was so frustrated with that stupid tensioner! im getting mad just thinking about it.

Jun 12, 2008 | 09:34 PM

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70GT6

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Re: how to release belt tensioner???

Yeah - I just did not understand why you where having the problem...even the service manual agreed with me....LOL
So we know there are at least two versions of the tensioner.

Jul 9, 2022 | 01:33 PM

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Re: how to release belt tensioner???

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Originally Posted by James1549

Here is something I came across in the PDF files...

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Hi all. I know it's now 2022, but I'm thinking at this stage these crossfire are more and more for the DIY owner. I just want to add that Yes... The limited is as described 17mm socket to the bracket very tight to the pulley at 7oclock in my case. You can find it blind once feeling the area. I used 3/8 ratchet and a jackhandle as a breaker just for the reach. Might be the easiest serp I've ever done once removing the aircleaner for whatever access that afforded. I'll add 2 pics of the scene if that helps.

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Sep 25, 2023 | 07:45 AM

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Qsrestomods

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Re: how to release belt tensioner???

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Originally Posted by HyprLtH20

i am having the worst time in the world trying to release the tension on the serpentine belt... some on please help me out! be very specific if you can.. i have read every thread on here about this and i still cant do it! pics would be nice too

also, any special tools? do i need tamper resistant torx bits? thanks in advance for any help!

Broke the darn aluminum stud/bolt whatever that is used to release the tension

Sep 25, 2023 | 09:17 AM

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ZERACER

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Re: how to release belt tensioner???

The belt tensioner should swivel. You shouldn't have to remove the bolt.

Sep 26, 2023 | 10:05 AM

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Qsrestomods

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Re: how to release belt tensioner???

Care to explain al. Little more please sir. I have a shop and one of my bays are kinda tied up at the moment. I had someone get the tamper proof torx kit for me and drop it if and my luck it goes from T45 to T55. T50 is the winner. I'ma pick it up tonight at work I'm a manager at AutoZone. It'll be taken care of when I get off tonight but love knowledge and really would like to know for my future mess ups . Thank you sir