Idler pulley/belt tensioner bolts torque specs

2001 FORD RANGER
201,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RDANNENFELSER
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What are the specified/recommended torque specs for both the idler pulley and belt tensioner bolts on the truck listed above? The Haynes manual does not provide the torque specs.
Dec 15, 2019 at 4:51 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

20 pounds is the spec for the torque for the bolts.

Roy
Dec 15, 2019 at 5:30 PM
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RDANNENFELSER
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Is it 20 ft lbs for both the idler pulley and belt tensioner?
Dec 16, 2019 at 5:37 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Correct.

Roy

Dec 16, 2019 at 5:41 AM
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