which to fix first, left front strut leaking oil or a drive belt tensioner

2005 TOYOTA RAV4
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CCRANE3
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I do not have a lot of money therefore, I can only fix one thing at a time with my car. Which should I fix first, a front left strut leaking oil or a drive belt tensioner?
Sep 30, 2011 at 10:22 AM
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If the drive belt tensioner fails this will strand you, the leaking strut will affect handling and braking but will not strand you with a break down, do the tensioner first, but do not neglect to fit the strut when finances permit.
Sep 30, 2011 at 10:45 AM