Attach a deep socket and extension bar to the handle of the rachet for more leverage?
replace tension put it on
because it's slipping. tension or replace.
First you need a breaker bar and 19mm socket to fit the "tension bolt". Turn tension bolt clockwise to release tension in order to remove the serpentine belt.
you don't tighten a serpentine belt the tension is supplied by a tension pulley if belt is loose, it is time to replace belt or tension pully if tension pully needs repplacing belt will be worn anyway
with a 9/16 socket and ratchet
What about this tensioner? How do you remove it, or how do you releave the tension so you can replace the belt?
Disconnect the battery.remove the serpentine belt.Unbolt the pulley.
you do not adjust tension on a serpentine belt the tension is automatcally adjusted if the belt is loose, replace the belt SOME TIMES THE TENSIONER CAN BE WEEK ALSO.
LOOK! It is right there applying tension to the belt. If you can't find it, then you have no business attempting to replace it.
The tension on a serpentine belt is automatically set by the Idler Tension Pulley. If you find it is not correctly setting the tension, the the spring may be broken.
Loosen bolt in tension pulley, then loosen tension bolt. Replace belt. Tighten tension bolt. Last, tighten bolt through pulley.
how do i find the auto tension release for the serpentine belt on a 2004solara