2003 Cadillac CTS won't start after belt replacement

Tiny
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  • 2003 CADILLAC CTS
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 75,000 MILES
My car died while driving. Serpentine belt was shredded. Replaced idler pulley and belt. Won't start now. What's wrong?
Tuesday, February 9th, 2010 AT 11:55 AM

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Tiny
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Has the battery been checked? If the belt came off the alternator couldnt charge battery causing a drain. If not that check belt and pulley to make sure its not routed wrong and all pulley spin freely.
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