Replacing the belt tensioner

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Fig 1: Replacing Belt Tensioner

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove the tensioner idler pulley, see Replacing the belt tensioner idler pulley .

Remove the center bolt at the rear. Remove the belt tensioner.

Install the new belt tensioner with the cut-out over the cam.

Install the central bolt. Tighten to 20 Nm .

Install the tensioner idler pulley, see Replacing the belt tensioner idler pulley .