1996 Chevy S-10 serpentine belt tension

Tiny
MEIGSDUDE
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  • 1996 CHEVROLET S-10
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 18,500 MILES
How do I loosen the tension on the serpentine belt so that I can replace the alternator?
Monday, December 8th, 2008 AT 7:20 AM

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Tiny
SWILLIAMS
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Use a wrench on the bolt that holds the tensioner pulley to the tensioner on the old style units. On the new units a 3/8" breaker bar gets inserted into the square hole so you can move the tensioner.
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Friday, December 12th, 2008 AT 11:44 PM

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