1993 Buick Skylark

Tiny
KEW70
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  • 1993 BUICK SKYLARK
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 140,000 MILES
How do you replace the alternator, or release the belt. Is there a belt tensioner and if yes where?
Tuesday, April 7th, 2009 AT 12:31 PM

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Tiny
KASEKENNY
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Basically the alternator is pretty easy. You remove the belt and then just remove the two bolts that hold it in place.

Here is a guide for each of these:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-serpentine-belt

Next here is a guide on how to replace the alternator:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-alternator

Below you will find the complete diagram from the manual on how to replace the belt.

Please run through this info and let us know if you have other questions. Thanks
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