2000 Saturn SL1 idler pulley

2000 SATURN SL1
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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OLNSER
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How can I replace an idler pulley. I have old one off, but can't get bolt back in new one
Nov 14, 2009 at 1:47 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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so the bolt wont fit into the idler pulley bearing?or u cant screw the bolt back into the front cover?
louie
Nov 15, 2009 at 5:20 AM
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OLNSER
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I have since been able to get bolt on, but now cannot replace with a new belt. Is there a way to do this easily?
Nov 15, 2009 at 6:59 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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Is the belt the same size?what are u having a problem with getting the on with?feeding it around all the pulleys?pulling the tensior back?
Louie
Nov 15, 2009 at 10:46 AM
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OLNSER
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Thanks , but we have now gotten the belt on and car is good to go
Nov 15, 2009 at 10:58 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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Glad to hear it all worked out for the best.
Louie
Nov 15, 2009 at 12:56 PM
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