TENSIONER-Accessory Drive Belt: Removal: Removal-5.7L/6.1L
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Dodge Magnum, 2008 Dodge Charger, and 2008 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| 1 - TENSIONER |
| 2 - BOLT |
On all engines, the tensioner (1) is equipped with an indexing tang on back of tensioner and an indexing stop on tensioner housing. If a new belt is being installed, tang must be within approximately 6 - 8mm (0.24 - 0.32 in.) of indexing stop (i.e. tang is approximately between the two indexing stops). Belt is considered new if it has been used 15 minutes or less.
If the above specification cannot be met, check for:
- The wrong belt being installed (incorrect length/width)
- Worn bearings on an engine accessory (A/C compressor, power steering pump, water pump, idler pulley or generator)
- Belt is not installed in pulley grooves
- A pulley on an engine accessory being loose
- Misalignment of an engine accessory
- Belt incorrectly routed.
NOTE:
A used belt should be replaced if tensioner indexing arrow has moved to the minimum tension indicator. Tensioner travel stops at this point.
- Remove accessory drive belt. See REMOVAL . WARNING: Because of high spring pressure, do not attempt to disassemble automatic tensioner. Unit is serviced as an assembly except for pulley on tensioner.
- Remove tensioner assembly bolt (2).
- Remove tensioner assembly (1) from mounting bracket.