1997 Pontiac Sunfire Alternator

Tiny
ROBERT MACGREGOR
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  • 1997 PONTIAC SUNFIRE
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 192,000 MILES
How Do I release the serpentine belt so I can Remove the alternator?
Friday, March 14th, 2008 AT 1:40 PM

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Tiny
MERLIN2021
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On most GM cars use a 1/2 inch drive socket wrench with no socket, put the square drive in the hole in the tensioner, apply pressure to release the tension, Hold pressure until you slip the belt off the pulley.
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Friday, March 14th, 2008 AT 1:49 PM

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