1996 Mercedes Benz S420 belt tensioner

1996 MERCEDES BENZ S420
125,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ABNTOP
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blew the belt on the MB Attempting tp replace, unsure how to take out tension
Jan 19, 2009 at 3:55 PM
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GFIMOTORCARS
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The belt tensioners tension is removed by simply putting a long ratchet with socket on the center bolt of the tensioner. Release the tension by pulling back on the ratchet.
Feb 28, 2009 at 11:33 AM