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97 Lumina Drive Belt Tensioner


packersooner
05-06-2005, 05:27 PM
The noise from the tensioner has increased over the last 6 months. There also seems to be quite a bit of vibration from this part when the engine is running. Does it need to be replaced and how easy is it to replace?

cadgear
05-06-2005, 08:15 PM
Pully might be worn, which can make it wobble.
Its easy enough to replace blindfolded with your feet.

paulfischer
05-07-2005, 03:27 PM
remember that the bolt on the tensioner pulley is probably a left handed thread.

jeffcoslacker
05-07-2005, 04:01 PM
Remember, you can buy just the pulley and bearing at the parts store. Don't buy the whole arm assembly, unless the spring feels weak.

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