2000 Vauxhall Zafira ALTERNATOR AUTO TENSION SETTING

2000 VAUXHALL ZAFIRA
75,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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BUND
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I Have installed a new alternator and belt, but i dont know how to set up the tension on the belt, i believe it is a n auto tension pulley and i can loosen the nut on the pulley but nothing happens after this, what do i need to do now?
Feb 7, 2009 at 11:53 PM
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DAVE H
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there should be a slot in the tensioner where you put in an ALLEN KEY .. and tension up the belt then lock up the bolt !!
Feb 10, 2009 at 11:40 AM
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BILLYCARS
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hi i have a 19mm bolt but that does not move enough to get the bolt back in position.
Nov 23, 2009 at 11:06 PM
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