belt tensioner adjustment

Asked by pinball Jan 27, 2008 at 08:20 PM about the 1997 Ford Taurus GL

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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papa answered 16 years ago

is none.your tensioner may be worn out or sepertine belt may need replacing.

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dvigano answered 16 years ago

I'm not aware that you can adjust the belt tensioner. If there's too much slack in the belt your tensioner may need replacing.

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Chris answered 5 years ago

There is a little screw on your tensioner pulley that you can loosen or tighten that tightens up the belt

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