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2005 Dodge Neon

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stone21, Fraser, MI, October 30, 2009, 15:06

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how do you release the tensioner to replace the drive belts on the car

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  Russ October 30, 2009, 15:36
  

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  For the a/c compressor and Power Steering Pump perform the following:
  1.Using a 17mm wrench, rotate belt tensioner clockwise until belt can be removed from power steering pump pulley. Gently, release spring tension on tensioner.
  2. Remove the drive belt.

  With the a/c - p/s belt off you can replace the Alternator belt as follows:
  1. Loosen alternator locking nut.
  2. Raise vehicle on hoist.
  3. Remove accessory drive belt splash shield.
  4. Loosen alternator pivot bolt.
  5. Loosen alternator adjusting bolt until alternator belt can be removed.
  6.Remove alternator belt.

  To reinstall - reverse the above procedures.
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  stone21, October 31, 2009, 16:06
  

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  i haven't tried this yet but it sounds right on the money thanx
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  idol April 28, 2010, 17:04
  

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  theres only one belt for all of it
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