How to loosen the belt to change the alternator?

2005 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY
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2005 Chrysler Town and Country 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 100k miles

How to loosen the belt to change the alternator?
Jul 27, 2009 at 5:24 PM
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release belt tension by rotating the tensioner counterclockwise


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Jul 27, 2009 at 9:51 PM
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Here is how to change the alternator out in case you need it. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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