2003 Dodge Ram Serpentine Belt

2003 DODGE RAM
78,189 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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LOSDODGE03
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What tools do I need to change the serpentine belt? Level of diffifulty??
Apr 2, 2008 at 8:36 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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Locate the belt tensioner pull away from the belt remove belt


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Apr 2, 2008 at 8:50 PM
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BLACKOP555
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i would rate it a 2 on a dificulty scale, of 1-10. you will need basic wrenches to move the automatic tensioner to loosen up the belt. two people work best with this.

the hardest part is making sure all the v groves are lined up with the pulleys so it doesn't shred.
Apr 2, 2008 at 8:50 PM
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