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Of course. The serpentine belt must be just tight enough, but not too tight, and it's VERY important to ensure that the belt was put on with the grooves facing the right direction; the groves should line up with those on the pulleys. Make sure that the tensioner has been tightened exactly the way it should be - there may be extra bolts on the opposite side that must be retightened... Each car is different, so check a Chilton's or Haynes manual for your particular make and model.

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