2000 Mazda Protege Belts

2000 MAZDA PROTEGE
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SHAUNAAIKEN
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2000 Mazda Protege 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

How do I relieve the tension on belt so I can replace?
May 16, 2010 at 6:33 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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The first pic shows the tensioner on the alternator, thesecond pic doesnt show one, but Im pretty sure the P/S pump has to be loosened, there should be bolts through slotted holes, these are the ones you want.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/1639_mazda1_4.jpg


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/1639_mazda2_3.jpg

May 17, 2010 at 7:40 AM
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SHAUNAAIKEN
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you didnt answer my question....How do I replace the belts on my car, what bolts do I undo to release the tension? I made a donation.
May 18, 2010 at 10:44 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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you undo the locking bolt on the alternator, then back off the tension bolt as seen in the pic
May 19, 2010 at 7:56 AM
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