Serpentine belt slipped off. I need to know where the tensioner is loacted and the proper routing. I need a diagram. the 1998 Dodge Caravan has a 3.0 liter V6.
How's this.
Testimonial: "Awesome. Thats the one I thought it was, can't get it to move though on account I can't get a wrench on it. theres no room to get my hands in there!"
This would be good to print & put in glove box.
I believe some had a 1/2" square drive cut in the arm, for popping in a 1/2" drive ratchet, or johnson bar to make it easier. Just can't remember which one it was, as I've had 2.5L, 3.0L, 3.3L, and now 3.8L engines.
did you know that if you replace the tentioneer idler pully with a gm one it wont fall off any more you will need to grind one of the shoulders thinner so it wont rub in the idler any more
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Accessory Drive Belts
Belt Tension Inspection
Inspect the drive belt for signs of glazing or cracking. A glazed belt will be perfectly smooth from slippage, while a good belt will have a slight texture of fabric visible. Cracks will usually start at the inner edge of the belt and run outward. All worn or damaged drive belts should be replaced immediately.
Fig. Accessory serpentine belt routing-4.3L engine
Fig. Accessory serpentine belt routing-4.3L engines
Removal & Installation
Belt replacement is a relatively simple matter rotating the tensioner off the belt (to relieve tension) and holding the tensioner in this position as the belt is slipped from its pulley. The tensioner arm contains a machined receiver for a 3 / 8 in. driver from a ratchet or breaker bar.
Fig. On this 4.3L engine, a large wrench (16mm) was used to pivot the belt tensioner and free the belt
Fig. Accessory serpentine belt routing-4.3L engine
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