1997 Pontiac Sunfire Alternator

1997 PONTIAC SUNFIRE
192,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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ROBERT MACGREGOR
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How Do I release the serpentine belt so I can Remove the alternator?
Mar 14, 2008 at 1:40 PM
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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...
Mar 14, 2008 at 1:49 PM
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