1997 Audi A4 Alternator belt tensioner

1997 AUDI A4
125,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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SHAUNOFFSHOTGUN
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I was trying to replace my alternator, so began by levering the alternator belt tensioner to remove the belt but the little lever bit with the hole in snapped off. What now????
Mar 26, 2010 at 2:10 PM
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DAVE H
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Hello .. thanks for the donation .. much appreciated You will need to remove and replace the tensioner !


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Mar 28, 2010 at 7:55 AM
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