Serpentine Belt Tensioner Noise on Dodge Nitro

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

A rattle sound may be heard from the engine with the AC on. This can be caused by not enough clearance between the serpentine belt and the belt tensioner arm stop. Replacing the serpentine belt will commonly correct this problem.

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Dodge Nitro vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 103,000 miles
(103,000 - 103,000)

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