How to change a serpentine belt?

1996 DODGE DAKOTA
200,000 MILES • 3.9L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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How to get the tensioner loose so the belt will come off?
Dec 10, 2022 at 6:55 PM
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Here is a generic guide to help walk you through the steps and I have included the belt diagrams and how the tensioner is released in the diagrams below:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-serpentine-belt

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Dec 11, 2022 at 3:55 AM
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