A Wrench!! takes awhile and it is cramped but that is the way to do it!
how to release serpentine belt tensioner on 1991 C1500 Chevy Silverado?
To replace a serpentine belt tensioner, first, ensure the engine is off and cool. Use a wrench to relieve tension on the serpentine belt and remove it from the tensioner. Unbolt the old tensioner from its mount and install the new tensioner in the same position. Finally, re-route the serpentine belt around the pulleys, ensuring it's properly aligned, and release the tensioner to apply tension to the belt.
There are two serpentine belts a/c timing etc. and alternator just release belt tensioner towards front of motor for outer belt and the secnd tensioner is located on the alternator
To release the auto tensioner on a serpentine belt for a 2003 Acura MDX, use a socket wrench to turn the tensioner pulley counterclockwise. This will relieve tension on the belt, allowing you to slide it off the pulleys. Once the belt is removed, you can slowly release the tensioner back to its original position. Always ensure you have the correct tools and follow safety precautions when working on your vehicle.
Look around the belt floating roller. Place a ratchet in the square hole and torque the ratchet. The tensioner will release.
There is a center bolt in the fixed end of the belt tensioner. To replace the tensioner: 1. Using a 3/8" breaker bar release the belt tension and move the serpentine belt out of the way. 2. Use the appropriate wrench to take out the one bolt, then remove the tensioner. 3. Install the replacement tensioner and tighten the bolt. 4. Put the serpentine belt back on.
Look in the engine compartment for the "serpentine belt" path & tensioner diagram. Release the belt tension at the tensioner, remove & reverse operation.
To remove the serpentine belt from a 2001 Mazda Protege, first, locate the tensioner pulley. Use a wrench or a ratchet with the appropriate socket to rotate the tensioner counterclockwise, which will relieve the tension on the belt. While holding the tensioner in this position, slide the belt off the pulleys. Finally, carefully release the tensioner and remove the belt completely.
Disconnect the battery. Taking a ratchet and socket rotate the belt tensioner to release the belt. Remove the belt and install the new one. Release the tensioner, and connect the battery.
To tighten the belt tensioner on a 2004 Ford Explorer with a 4.0L engine, first, locate the tensioner pulley on the serpentine belt system. Use a wrench or a ratchet with a socket to turn the tensioner pulley counterclockwise, which will relieve tension on the belt. While holding the tensioner in this position, you can then remove or adjust the serpentine belt as needed. Once the belt is properly positioned, slowly release the tensioner to reapply tension to the belt.
Serpentine belt replacement: (1)rotate the tensioner counterclockwise (2.3, 2.5 and 4.0 engines) or clockwise (3.0 engine) to lift it off the belt. Slip the belt off the pulleys. (2)Hold the tensioner in the released position. Install a new belt and make sure it is routed correctly. Be sure the ribs of the new belt engage the pulley ribs correctly. Release the tensioner. Manual adjustment is not required, it is done automatically by the tensioner. - Haynes Repair Manual Ford Ranger 1993 - 2005.
On the belt tensioner you will see a spot to insert a half inch drive breaker bar or ratchet to move tensioner off belt.