1996 Dodge Ram Fan Belt

1996 DODGE RAM
99,560 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SLOWTRAIN57
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I am replacing the water pump and I need to know how to take off the fan belt.

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Mar 25, 2008 at 5:42 AM
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There is a tensioner that holds the tension on the belt. Using a socket and a wrench, you can release the tension at the nut on the pulley, so you can slip the belt off.


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Mar 26, 2008 at 2:06 PM
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