Replacing The Belt TENSIONER

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Volvo XC90. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Belt Tensioner Mounting Screws

Remove:

both mounting screws from the auxiliaries belt bracket for the belt tensioner
the belt tensioner. Install the new belt tensioner. Tighten.