Belt Tensioner Pulley, How to replace (EASY and CHEAP)

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Learn how to fix a squeaky tensioner pulley in your car. The serpentine belt in your car powers the accessories such as air conditioning, power steering, the alternator, and waterpump.
Tensioner pulley wear will cause your pulley to squeak. A worn out pulley bearing or a worn spring in the tension pulley can also cause squeaking or a chirp. I show you how to use water to identify what type of squeak problem you have and then how to find the problem. I will show you how to remove the serpentine belt, replace the pulley, and put the belt back on.
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@NoOneFlinches 10 жыл бұрын

I'm not overly mechanically inclined. I watched your video last night, bought parts this morning (serpentine belt and idler pulley), ultimately took me 23 minutes! Thumbs up and a subscription! Good stuff man.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

AWESOME! Glad the video was helpful and you learned something new and saved money!

@jeremyharris7726 6 жыл бұрын

NoOneFlinches Same I just fixed my 97 f-150 and I was just going to junk it.

@sleek7682 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I guy changed my coil and serpentine belt for 235$ most defiantly doing that myself next time! Labor cost sucks haha

@Stanmanbsggs Жыл бұрын

You don’t have to be mechanically inclined

@jigginjoes 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your vids you saved me $600 bucks so far this month. flushed my own radiator, did this and a couple other minor things. again thank you for sharing

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Joe W AWESOME! That is great man!

@mypriceslashers9031 7 жыл бұрын

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@warriner1290 6 жыл бұрын

do you have any idea how many times i've had my blinker fluid changed for the discounted price of $50 instead of $75 after arguing with the shop? now i can do it all by myself

@JB-eb3cp 5 жыл бұрын

Same here haha. Thanks

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

+Estiann du Plessis, I cant reply to your comment directly so I hope you see this. For my car, you can see in the video I loosen the bolt the normal counter-clockwise direction. Sometimes the pulley will have written on it which direction is loosen. Fan clutches have the direction to loosen and tighten written on them all of the time.

@solehandq7879 8 жыл бұрын

hello good video

@solehandq7879 8 жыл бұрын

hello mr..belting sound of my car but i do not know whether the noise was from belting alternator,aircond or power steering.how for us to know it?please share...huhu

@leaguefanatic3320 8 жыл бұрын

Hey mate what is the common cause for pulley misalignment?

@Lujal859 8 жыл бұрын

+ChrisFix can a bad Tensioner Pulley cause a ticking sound? I have a 2000 Chrysler Sebring JXi that Ticks like a time bomb at idle and low speeds but at about 30MPH+ the ticking is intermittent....I have no idea what it is but everyone says I need a new engine. No one has actually looked at it or traced where the sound is coming from all they do is listen. The sound is coming from the side of the engine compartment near the belts.....

@Stalkerx13 8 жыл бұрын

I got my Serpentine Belt replaced and the the one that was in my car broke while taking it off and so the mechanic put in a used one and now when I drive a certain types of miles it makes a noise, The Serpentine belt is new and it used to not make any noise

@lloydbrothers3315 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. I was able to eventually talk myself into trying this vs getting a mechanic to help me out with this. I got a quote for 650 bucks to change the serpentine belt and pulley. Smh, I decided to try my hand at this and successfully identified the Idler Tensioner Pulley and changed it in 4 minutes time with a simple, in stock purchase of 26 bucks at Advanced Auto. Turns out my serpentine belt was fine as it only had 5000 miles on it. It blew my mind that one bad bearing in a Idler Pulley was causing all that noise and performance issue. My 2001 Isuzu Rodeo is running like a dream now. You've inspired me to look for further improvements to keep my sweet lady of a ride for a long long time. I love this vehicle sooo much. Thanks a million sir! 👊

@HambroMidflow 10 жыл бұрын

Both my belt and tensioner were completely worn out. The belt even fell off, so my service light lit up and my engine started heating up right away. This video helped me replace them, and my car works again. Thank you!

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Great! Glad the video was helpful!!!

@batikcreations 4 жыл бұрын

Chris, Thought I would mention that it would have helped me had you mentioned that the pulley bolts are reverse threaded. Love your channel, you get right to the point and don't waist my time. you've helped me a lot over the last few years. Keep on truckin my friend.

@chrisfix 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@albertooquendo6156 2 жыл бұрын

This guy really knows how to teach you, easy,,some other guys know nothing, I read of a lot of them, n I almost take alternator out..another one said needed 2 ppl...I did it w same old ones,the hard way, almost break my hands,so now I know how to put new ones in..got the parts yesterday

@georgecroney6168 2 жыл бұрын

Left handed bolts are usually marked with notches on the corners of the hex. Take a look at a propane gas bottle and you'll have the imagine in your head for future ref

@anjylkat 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! You do an excellent job on instructional videos! I just watched this one and the other about the engine squeak and completely understand everything you said! With the right tools, I feel I can go fix the squeak myself, although not sure I could get the belt off by myself. I am probably two to 3 times your age, female and my hands hands have quite a bit of arthritis in them these days but I have done a lot of things under my own hood. Thanks a lot for making such a great easy to understand video that even a gramma like me can use!

@mike99532 6 жыл бұрын

One of the best how to videos I have seen. Takes you step by step and doesnt leave anything out. Thanks for being clear and thorough.

@stevenmoyado5005 4 жыл бұрын

This is by far the best and described, clear video DIY tensioner belt change! I am replacing my a/c compressor, power steering pump, pulley and belt on my '99 Dodge Dakota. Great video!!!

@danielwilson2365 3 жыл бұрын

Chow, after watching your videos on this topic I was able to determine my tensioner pulley was trashed. I tried to purchase a new one from the dealer but they could only sell me the whole pulley assembly with a much smaller pulley attached. I took option B' and took the old pulley to Napa and they were able to cross check the part number with the last four digits of the VIN and match it up with a new pulley of the same dimensions. This saved me a lot of extra cost and time. The pulley measured 102mm in case anyone needs that info. Thanks again for a huge assist!

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

+Janet Irby-Miller, I cannot reply to your comment so I hope you see this. If they want $170 for just the pulley, they are crazy! You can get just the pulley for cheap ($25 or less depending on the car). If they want that for the tensioner installed, that is about an hours labor so the price is what it is. You can do it yourself easily for $50 like you said.

@tomasmartinez7349 6 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix , You can always go to the junkyard and buy it for nothing.

@ladyluck1623 6 жыл бұрын

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@sirreginaldthe4th 5 жыл бұрын

If that's a junkyard that has already taken the part off the cart that might be worth doing. Otherwise parts are cheap enough for most old cars that you're better off just buying it new online.

@Ftf_shotz 5 жыл бұрын

I was driving my car the battery light came on then my car started overheating I pull over and my serpentine belt came off I put it back on and it does the exact same thing is this just the tension pulley or something else and if it is the pulley do I need a whole new tensionpulley for 70$ or just get the new pulley for 27$? Please reply fast

@Haxpatty 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! Just replaced my whole automatic belt tensioner in my 2011 Ranger. No more squeaking! That thing was bouncing around like crazy!

@TheMirageowner 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this (I have a similar aged Ranger). I found the video about 1 day late. I kept hearing the chirping sound from the front and on a ride yesterday the idley pulley bearing seized and sheared the belt. I pulled over immediately before I boiled the engine. I used this video and the replacement of the serpentine belt video for instructions to fix this today with a minimum of fuss. Many thanks

@t_0n334 6 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I subscribed. Your videos are awesome! Every time I need help I always come to your videos . Looking forward to see more 🤘🏼

@joemaestas2704 4 жыл бұрын

Your videos are the best man!!…Extremely helpful and very acurate. Always right to the point…. with clear presentations!! Thanks for taking the time to teach my friend!!

@chrisfix 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Joe!

@mathewnewcombe258 7 ай бұрын

Just changed mine and it went well, thanks so much for all your videos, youve likely saved me 1000s of dollars now.

@Izm100 7 жыл бұрын

thank you so much Chris, I love your videos! easy, professional and to the point.

@boonekitt2000 9 жыл бұрын

I like the way you present the job in the video. Very easy to understand and you zoomed the camera correctly. I appreciate what you have shown. Thank you.

@EMAWgasm 10 жыл бұрын

Great video. It's simple, clear, and concise. Keep up the good work!

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad it was helpful (and simple, clear and concise). That is my goal!

@EasyIT123 6 жыл бұрын

Bro i googled this and started it and i was like is this Chris Fix! Yeah buddy. I'm glad you make quality videos.

@mushai 5 жыл бұрын

This video saved me over $700. Thanks a lot.

@mgfhbmh1 4 жыл бұрын

You truly are the best you make this stuff looks so easy and you save us so much money thank you for all that you do😁

@Director_Orson_Krennic 7 жыл бұрын

thank you for this, it's helping me with my Mazda3 right now. that pulley's bearing had its plastic cover explode off of it last night, and this is helping me fix it by replacing it. Thanks again!

@dougstrebeck5936 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Your videos are always easy to understand and straight to the point!

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

+Doug Strebeck no problem! Glad the videos are helpful!

@umqua 7 жыл бұрын

You seem real comfortable under the hood. It's a hell of a video, thank you.

@stevechilds4043 6 жыл бұрын

Exactly the same issues with my 04 ranger! Thanks, Chris!

@bluebox212 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video straight down the middle. Thanks

@-MrRichBiker1967 4 жыл бұрын

You, my friend are a GREAT MECHANIC, Amazing work/videoes, you produce!! ty, for all your time and effort.

@OhLawdyLawdy 8 жыл бұрын

great video, definitely didn't think it would be so easy. thanks

@jimmy2035 3 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix's system of explaining and teaching car mechanics is the best on youtube.

@merinosalvy13 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video good job buddy smazing how we learn from youtube

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

No problem! I am glad the video taught you something new!

@Achilles3588 Жыл бұрын

I may not be doing exactly the same thing on my truck as what you are doing here but I always learn something useful from your vids. Thanks!

@ew639 Жыл бұрын

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@wesleydesouza50 10 жыл бұрын

Great video. Makes a lot of sense and well explained. Seems simple enough. Thanks.

@mattieserna18 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! You're my go-to for fixing stuff on my truck

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

+Matthew Serna no problem Matt!

@olympiawashdrummer 6 жыл бұрын

THANKS!, Straight and to the point, efficient!

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Peter Dudek It sounds like it has something to do with either the tensioner spring, the belt, or the power steering pump. Is the belt new? It could have stretched out over time. The tensioner spring could be worn out so the belt isnt tightly against the pulleys. Or the power steering pump is not functioning correctly and the belt slips over it. I would try the water trick and let me know what happens: How to fix a squeaky belt (figure out where the squeak is coming from)

@omarcruz7724 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I have a question: my pulley is bend, it doesnt squeek too much but i dont know if I have to change just the pulley or the tensioner?....because the belt gets off once in a while and now more often, it dont look like the belt is jumping but the pulley dont look straight either...

@emilye709 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this. Your videos are the absolute best!

@pinkonemd 8 жыл бұрын

I was stuck. Then I saw this video. Now my truck is fixed. Thanks you saved me time and money.

@michaelharkin5146 3 жыл бұрын

Replaced my belt tensioner after watching this and saved some money which I don't have, thank you

@richardpearce9492 5 жыл бұрын

Nicely done video, could see and understand everything!

@furonable 10 жыл бұрын

Dude you're awesome!! My car has been making that sound for about the past year and I finally fixed it!!

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

AWESOME! Glad the video helped and you found your problem!!!

@furonable 10 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix Glad that you posted this Video :)

@Reflexoptics 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for upload this. I did it too by the directions.It was so helpful.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Great! Glad the video was helpful! Give the video a thumbs up (it helps me out, thanks!)... Also subscribe for more helpful videos!

@aerialrescuesolutions3277 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool Chris, and very well explained. Thank you.

@danielbriceno3235 8 жыл бұрын

@ChrisFix YOU are the MAN,,,always come thrw when i have a question/problem with my car

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Briceno Thanks a lot Daniel!

@SandDownSouth 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bud. Be knocking it out tomorrow!

@davecc0000 7 жыл бұрын

1. Chris, nice vid. 2. If pulley is expensive for your model, you can replace just the bearing. 3. The other pulleys are grooved. Be sure when putting belt back on that it is in the right grooves.

@mercexpable 10 жыл бұрын

Chris thanks for the video. Very informative and well done. Keep them coming.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Will do!

@longzsta 7 жыл бұрын

hey nice ur videos are easy to follow and understand thanks

@aquinasrost 9 ай бұрын

Very well done video! I will need to do this on a 2014 Cadillac Seville.

@nanikahapea 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing video thanks for the help

@akhiladarshs 5 жыл бұрын

Hi chrisfix I did change the tensioner and the drive belt. There is no chirping now. But it started ticking sound on engine. Any ideas

@ManuelLopez-iy5du 6 жыл бұрын

Thank u so much Chrisfix I love it u job you have very very good vídeos god bless you bro Chrisfix

@ianmoone2102 8 жыл бұрын

well made video and I appreciate the time you took. I talked a car salesman down 2k on the asking price for a 2008 Frontier because of the belt squeak. the mechanic said 150 and its looking like I'll be doing it for 60 and project time with my girl lol!

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Ian Moone Awesome! Nice work!

@gmb63 9 жыл бұрын

How about making a video on removal / installation of the belt tensioner assembly on the Ford Ranger 3.0. your video's are very informative.

@legrognard6699 6 ай бұрын

Thanks bro, this really helps!

@atown7714 9 жыл бұрын

MAN ILL TELL YA, YOU JUST SAVED.ME. RIGHT ON!!!!

@duaneduncan4189 8 жыл бұрын

this was a great easy to follow step by step video. I feel good about doing this job on my own after watching this video. Thank You

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Duane Duncan Awesome! Let me know how it goes!

@duaneduncan4189 8 жыл бұрын

I got the job done, however the video did not explain that on belt had to go behind another. also did not talk about the adjusting screw. thanks

@ayshortier 2 ай бұрын

Hi Chris, I have a Ford too and although I don't like doing it, I know how, and will save my self a little money. But will be replacing the alt. Thanks for the video.

@haroldsmith6912 8 жыл бұрын

You speak and explain very well. Thanks

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Harold Smith Thanks Harold!

@gmarco98248 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video as always, These are great trucks still running strong. I recently bought a 1999 ranger xlt with the 3.0 It has 199000 miles and I ran into the same problem with the idler pulley squeaking, So I removed it it is the original, I cleaned the bearing removed the seal on both sides and repack it with high temp grease, put it back on and is nice and quiet. I have a replacement on order but we'll see how long this fix last. I thought I share this mod as a temporary fix while waiting for a replacement. Cheers..

@taylorkelley7002 8 жыл бұрын

thank you very much for posting this. was very helpful

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Taylor Kelley I am glad the video was helpful!

@Killadey 8 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so good, almost perfect, if only you owned a 2006 Ford Focus Zetec (my car) then it would be perfect ;)

@anthonybeltran8276 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos

@josevelazquez888 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris Your video was so helpful for me on this morning G.B.Y

@kylebussert6032 10 жыл бұрын

Well done video, very helpful and to the point!

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

No problem! I am glad it was helpful and concise!

@slayer6764 7 ай бұрын

Mine just broke so thank you for this Chris

@AnthonyGarcia-rw8uw 8 жыл бұрын

Chris fix ...Awesome👍👍👍

@uw7659 6 жыл бұрын

Great video thank you!

@alexsellsrocks4076 8 күн бұрын

Great job bro, Thanks!

@FoxNewsNewYork 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Great video! Very helpful to me.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Great! Glad the video was helpful! Remember to give the video a "thumbs up (it helps me out, thanks)!

@joshuatovar6298 5 жыл бұрын

Would you mind doing a video on how to remove the actual tensioner?

@jasontindell6734 4 жыл бұрын

God Bless you!!!

@joshuatovar6298 4 жыл бұрын

@@jasontindell6734 It's actually quite simple. I figured it out that same day minutes after posting this comment lol

@carlosesparzavazquez4753 3 жыл бұрын

It’s has like three or 4 bolts to remove same size it’s pretty easy

@ubergama30 2 жыл бұрын

@@joshuatovar6298 yeah i feel that - sometimes things seem complicated but you dig around and find the right bolts

@bonniegrimes1191 Жыл бұрын

Thank You very much very helpful. Love your channel..... God blessings to you . 😁😄🤗🤗👍🙏

@RetroP146 Ай бұрын

Thanks this helped a lot

@nismo2ful 10 жыл бұрын

Thanx buddy you helped me to find the problem in my car I been putting many stuff on my belt thinking that was the issue and even with the new belt was the same thanx again champ

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

No prob! Glad it was helpful! Give the video a thumbs up if you havent already (it helps me out). Thanks!

@robertpratt9397 6 жыл бұрын

cool thank you for that information very helpful !

@jaysoncastillo8915 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks !!! It really help m...no more noise...

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Jayson Castillo AWESOME! That is what I like to hear!

@pdroflores81 10 жыл бұрын

I check the belt like a you said. Get a new one problem solve thanks bro you video help a lot of people very informative. You have a new subscribe lucky I got the same truck you have.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks and great! Glad the video helped and glad you are a subscriber now!

@kinglj9440 5 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris do you know any specifics on Honda accords? I heard they run on timing belts and are harder to fix? I have a 2002 Honda Accord v6 and the belt squeaks like crazy I personally thought It was the bearing, I did the water trick and the it stopped squeaking for a second so I assume it’s the bearing..any suggestions?

@ace_4k978 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video ❤

@hirammendoza6370 9 жыл бұрын

Excelent Video. Thank You, i saved 120 dollars

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Hiram Mendoza Awesome! Glad the video was helpful and you saved a lot of money! New automotive 'how to' videos every Thursday and most Mondays so stay tuned!

@southwestontario 5 жыл бұрын

This is great. Thanks!

@jacquelinebishop8465 Жыл бұрын

Buying the right tool for the job will save you time messing about by having to remove the wheel . I remember my last mechanic years ago taking my wheel off because he didn't have the correct tool and struggled with a rachet trying to get in there My belt snapped last week , got the breakdown out and he got me home, said I'd need a new tensioner and belt obviously, watched this and bought the tool. Took a lady like myself just over 30 mins to do Thanks for the video Saved me a few pennies at the garage 🤌

@georgerackham9765 6 жыл бұрын

I thought your presentation was just right. thanks.

@shjay7472 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the excellent video I wish I had watched your videos. It might have saved me a mjor part of $1500 repair bill My AC quit working recently ( not a problem per se, because I rarely turn it ON), and shortly there after, there was a constant noise from the A/C compressor area. A mechanic at the dealership said the"noise" was from the compressor pully and the compressor was "shot"; which I expected. They did not have a new( its a 10 + year old Subaru Forester, so it would probably have been a RMF compressor , I think)Compressor in stock so they would "order" one in. In the mean time he said I could frive the vehicle for shorter periods( like 20 km at a time, he said) The next day my serpentine belt poped and could not drive the vehicle.They replaced the compressor and belt for $1500 ! The same dealership mechanic said the AC compressor caused the serpentine belt to break Is their explanation credible in your humble opinion Thank you

@Ysumguy 9 жыл бұрын

DUDE! You're awesome! thank you

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Yeeleng Lor Thanks! I am glad the video was helpful! Definitely consider subscribing! New automotive "how to" videos every Thursday and most Mondays!

@evieemaya88 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris great videos! Just curious did the squeak come back after you changed the idler pulley? As in that video it is silent.once you replaced it, so what made you change the tensioner pulley. Thanks keep it up

@taniam.4554 Жыл бұрын

my 2004 honda pilot has been screeching when i first start it up. never while driving or any other time. just replaced the timing belt so i wonder if i need to change another belt .. possibly serpentine? so if i do this video will be very helpful.

@mterblanche9833 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris thanks for informative video, on my polo the tensioner releases in opp direction to yours which is also direction to loosen the bolt so i cannot loosen it, please advise and thank you in advance

@whitewolf_106 10 жыл бұрын

these videos are as handy as a shirt pocket .i own a hole libary of motor manuals and never have the right one thanks.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Great! Glad the videos are helpful!!

@tonywilliams3253 4 жыл бұрын

On the Chevy 3.5 V6 is counterclockwise to take the tension off the serpentine belt Chris. You may want to add depending on your vehicle it may be clockwise or counterclockwise.

@mareerogers7663 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou I am sure it didn't need to be loose , to put the belt over so I like your update

@davisgunner6687 9 жыл бұрын

Chris.. My local parts shop has great 30 to 40 percent discounts for internet orders pick up in store. That said, vid is great. I always replace the idler at the same time.. I found that if one is worn the other is right behind it. I love how many shops sell power steering pumps for bad pulleys..Keep the DIY's coming.

@chrisfix 9 жыл бұрын

Davis Gunner Thanks Davis. Glad you liked the video! New videos every Thursday and a bonus video most Mondays so stay tuned!

@frankminyon9927 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! Good stuff

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

Frank Minyon No problem Frank! Glad the video was helpful!

@pumpthatbase32 10 жыл бұрын

Good vid man.

@chrisfix 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@gingerbread185 4 жыл бұрын

thanks man, just watched all your videos how to change the idler bearing,& v belt , do you have a video telling how to find compatible v belt or belt tensioner, since i want to use cheaper parts. thank you

@SuAmigoElilegal 5 жыл бұрын

So when u turn the tensioner with the long bracket on the bolt clockwise you loose the belt and not tighten the tensioner ????

@canuck2444 2 жыл бұрын

Having a ford ranger 3 litre makes this video much more informative. Wish I had smaller hands though! This was so damn hard to do.

@gmb63 8 жыл бұрын

I had that same exact squeaking noise on my 98 ford ranger v6 3.0. I changed the idler pulley after the water trick the squeak came back. Next thing to change the belt tensioner pulley and the squeak was still there. All the pulleys were all in line and the belt didn't not move back and forth as shown in the video. Replaced the belt and it still squeaked. So finally I replaced the belt tensioner assembly. The old belt belt tensioner assembly pin on the back was broken therefore causing the belt to have less tension on it. After I installed the belt tensioner pulley assembly no more squeaking irritating noise.

@mypriceslashers9031 7 жыл бұрын

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@obsoleteprofessor2034 7 жыл бұрын

I had one where the harmonic balancer rubber was shrunk and the inner and outer parts were slipping. I found it when I tried to set the timing and saw that my old marks were way off.

@justicenow999 7 жыл бұрын

How do you get the assembly off?

@obsoleteprofessor2034 7 жыл бұрын

I looked up the tensioner for the Ranger.. it's P/N 89233 Dayco. Of course, there are other brands. Google a picture of it and you will see that its held on with only one bolt. I think you should be able to find a video to do the rest.

@JamesClarkeEntrepreneur 5 жыл бұрын

My 2007 Ranger started squeaking this past winter. Cleaned out my garage and started parking in the garage and it quit.

@michaelschmidt7014 7 жыл бұрын

Dorman Products makes an "Anti-Slip Shield" for the tensioner pulley it also fits on the idler pulley. The Dorman part number is 82570 available at most parts stores for about $6-$8 . The shield comes with a replacement bolt which is slightly longer than the originals used to compensate for the thickness of the shield. To install loosen the tension on the belt then, unbolt the pulley discard the OEM bolt. Next insert the new bolt through the shield, through the pulley then tighten. Once in place flex the tensioner then slide the belt in place. I use the shield on both pulleys and the problem of the belt slipping off is eliminated.