1995 Chevy Beretta belt tentioner

1995 CHEVROLET BERETTA
14,500 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DKOZY82
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I need to replace the belt tentioner on a 95 chevy beretta. It has a v-6. The spring housing broke. The bolt is still attached to the engine. Very tight fit. I removed the plastic housing around the passenger side wheel wheel. Best practices?
Feb 9, 2010 at 10:27 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It is a tight fit. I use a long thin tool that is designed for removing tension from the tensionier to r&r belts. That way I have the reach and leverage. If you don't have access to such a tool, what you are doing is the best way to access it.
Feb 13, 2010 at 8:01 AM
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