Replace timing belt tensioner and idler pulleys when replacing timing belt on Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025

Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The timing belt may fail prematurely. Our technicians tell us that the belt tensioner and idler pulleys should be replaced when the timing belt is replaced.

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles with this problem

3 model years affected

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

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