Tensioner

[cheeks]

Hey guys,
Anything special i need to know before removing the belt tensioner??...(do you need to hold the spring inside)?...thanx

 

[jrichker]

The bolt that holds the pulley on has a LH thread - I found that out the hard way...

A socket applied to the pulley bolt will help to release the belt tension.

 

[Mustang78]

i stick a pry bar in that hole to lift up the tensioner..yours might be different than my 82 tho. lefty threads on that bolt is really good to know, thanks jrichker

~Mark~

 

[TRWXXA]

If you're removing the entire belt tensioner assembly, there is nothing special you need to do. Just remove the serpentine belt, and simply remove the bolt holding the assembly to the alternator bracket.