1996 Saturn SL2 idler pulley removal

1996 SATURN SL2
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MANNY1172
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I can not get the nut to loosen. I hear that it is reverse threads, but online videos show it being loosened the normal way. counter clockwise.
Oct 6, 2014 at 12:28 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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The idler pulley bolt loosens counter clockwise I know that for a fact . Sometimes those bolts are really tight and the nipple the idler pulley bearing slides onto breaks off.If that happens you will have to replace the front cover.
Oct 6, 2014 at 8:45 PM
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