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All parts are not created equal sometimes, apparently you just got a defective tensioner, it should still be under warranty.
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What makes a timing belt slip?
Worn belt or belt that has stretched to the point the tensioner cannot keep the proper tension. The tensioner can also be defective. Replace the belt and the tensioner.
How do you fix a squeaky serpentine belt?
Either the belt is worn out or the tensioner is defective.
I have a 2006 ford five hundred and am having a problem getting the belt tight enough I have the belt on all wheels alternator and belt tensioner properly but I cannot move the belt tension?
This vehcile uses a serpentine belt. The belt tension is set automatically by the tensioner. If the tensioner is stuck and will not apply tension to the belt then it is defective and needs replacing.
How do you tighten the serpentine belt on a 2000 Avalon?
You do not tighten a serpentine belt. It has a tensioner that keeps it at the correct tension. If it is loose, either the belt is worn and needs replacing or the tensioner is defective.
Why does the timing belt keep slipping?
Either the belt is worn out, incorrect belt, drive gears are worn, or the tensioner is defective.
How do you tighten an alternator belt on a 1997 eagle talon?
If it has a serpentine belt should be done by tensioner unless it is defective
How do you know if the belt tensioner to a 2002 Toyota Camry I4 is not working properly?
If the belt is loose or squealing then either the belt is worn out and stretched beyond the ability of the tensioner to keep it tight or the tensioner is defective. Replace the belt and check the tensioner for tension and free turning without noise or side play.
How do you replace serpentine belt tensioner on a 2006 Toyota tundra?
how do replace the belt tensioner on a 2006 toyota tundra. please tell me step by step
Sqealing noise when turning steering wheel?
Loose power steering belt/worn power steering belt/defective belt tensioner.
How do you adjust the serpentine belt tensioner on a 2003 Chevrolet S-10 pickup?
There is no adjustment. If it will not keep the belt tight then either the belt has stretched to the point it needs replacing or the tensioner is defective and needs replacing.
Why are you constantly replacing the serpentine belt?
More than likely the tensioner is defective and needs replacing.
How do you tighten a serpentine belt on a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.2L?
Should have an automatic belt tensioner -perhaps it is defective I don't think there is a belt tensioner. Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump bracket and idler pulley assembly.
