Serpentine belt tensioner replacement

NEIL2002CIVIC

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2010 HONDA ACCORD
2.4L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
48,000 MILES

Hi can you tell me if the power steering pump needs to be removed to change the tensioner. If you have the service manual procedure print out for reference. It would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Neil

Sunday, April 24th, 2022 AT 6:41 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

Yep, on this vehicle, the power steering pump does need to be removed in order to replace the belt tensioner.

If you look below, I provided the directions for the removal and installation of the tensioner. Take a look through them and let me know if you have questions or if there is anything I can do to help.

Take care and let me know if this helps.

Joe

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Sunday, April 24th, 2022 AT 8:28 PM

NEIL2002CIVIC

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Hi Joe,

That's perfect! I will secure the belt elsewhere, so it won't fall off. I find a piece of duct tape on the crankshaft pulley keeps the belt in place and not fall off. I use this method when installing also. I find it assures belt alignment. Thanks again!

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Monday, April 25th, 2022 AT 5:51 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Sounds like a plan. If you run into any trouble, let me know.

Take care and let me know if I can help.

Joe

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Monday, April 25th, 2022 AT 5:48 PM

NEIL2002CIVIC

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Hi Joe, job went smoothly with no problems. If changing belt also. It's much easier to get on and off when the tensioner is removed. Thanks again.

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Thursday, May 12th, 2022 AT 8:20 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

You are very welcome. I'm glad you got it done.

Take care of yourself and please feel free to come back anytime in the future. You are always welcome here.

Joe