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    i need to replace the belt and was wondering how hard it is to do and if anyone has a write up??? i need some tips and stuff to help me out.

    thanks alot
    danny

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    5 minute job. There should be directions under your hood on your radiator shroud..
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      Yeah, it's real easy. Just need a 1/2" drive to turn the tensioner to loosen the belt, and same thing when installing.
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      • #4
        i loosen the belt tensioner thats the one under the alternator right?? and the belt would not loosen so i just use some heavy force and pulled it off. Problem now is that i cant get the new one on and i broke a bolt on one of the pulleys. could u get more specific, this a 3.8


        Originally posted by hockeyman:
        Yeah, it's real easy. Just need a 1/2" drive to turn the tensioner to loosen the belt, and same thing when installing.

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        • #5
          There is a tensioner pulley with a bolt in the center of it. I forget what size it is, but it's something like 15mm. Put that socket on a 1/2" drive and turn it clockwise to loosen the belt. I use a 1/2" drive ratchet for added leverage.

          ***The bolt will not loosen*** It will make the tensioner move downward to relieve the belts tension so you can remove it.

          Once you get the hang of it, you can replace the belt within minutes, and not even get dirty.
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          • #6
            Yea man, you dont unscrew anything. The tensioner is on a big spring. All you do is push down on it with a ratchet and it swings down, like an arm.

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