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peter antioco
• edgartown, MN, USA
• Registered on 3/29/2004
• 2 posts
Posted:3/30/2004 12:29
I'm replacing the alternator ..could someone give me info on how to loosen belt remove and replace alternator ? appreciate your input,peterf
Texas4x4
• Tyler, TX, USA
• Registered on 7/25/2003
• 289 posts
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Posted:3/30/2004 12:49
There should be an idler pulley in there somewhere to loosen the tension.

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monsta
• The Big Island, HI, USA
• Registered on 1/5/2002
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Posted:3/30/2004 13:09
A counter-clockwise pull on the tensioner nut is enough to rotate the tensioner and loosen the belt enough for removal. Use a 18" breaker bar, at least.

It is quite easy.

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