The tension pulley should have a bolt that holds it on, allowing you to replace the unit.
massage oils usually work and alot of alchahol will make the repalcement easier to handle.
Yes, it's generally recommended to replace the timing belt tension pulley when you replace the timing belt and water pump on a 1989 Toyota pickup truck. The tension pulley can wear out over time, and replacing it along with the timing belt ensures optimal performance and prevents potential issues. This proactive maintenance can save you from future labor costs and complications if the pulley fails later on.
To adjust the idler pulley on a Dodge Ram 1500, first, locate the idler pulley in the engine bay. Use a wrench or ratchet to relieve tension on the serpentine belt by turning the tensioner pulley counterclockwise. Once the belt is loose, you can either replace the idler pulley if it's worn or adjust its position if applicable. After making adjustments or replacements, ensure the belt is properly reinstalled and tensioned before starting the engine.
Clockwise when viewed from pulley end.
It requires a power steering pulley PULLER, You can rent them at a parts store.
2002-2005
No
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If you're standing at the front of the truck and looking into the engine compartment the tension pulley is on the left side about half way down.
No you can not
The belt tensioner is not located on the alternator. The serpentine belt tension is maintained by the tensioner pulley, located below and to the left (looking from the front of the truck) of the alternator, near the coil and oil dipstick tube. Use a 15MM box-end wrench to turn the bolt in the center of the pulley clockwise, and the belt will slip right off the alternator. This really was a great design... It literally takes less than a minute to change/remove/replace the belt. This applies to the 1999 5.9 (and 5.2 I think)
Remove the 4 nuts that are against the pulley behind the fan with the belt still on the truck. Once these nuts are removed, the fan will separate from the pulley. Now you can remove the belt & water pump pulley.