2001 Ford Contour Changing Alternators Belt Will Fit After Put New Alternator

2001 FORD CONTOUR
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contour ford changing alternators the belt will not fit after put the new alternator
Jan 23, 2013 at 5:47 PM
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Is the pulley on the new alt the same size as the original one?
Jan 23, 2013 at 7:38 PM
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CARADIODOC
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If the new pulley is the same diameter, you either have the belt routed incorrectly or the spring-loaded tensioner pulley is sticking. I'm a professional, and I've had both happen to me more than once.
Jan 23, 2013 at 7:39 PM
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