The tensioner is spring loaded and there is provision for tightening it. To take it off take the bolt out that attatches it to the engine.
Install a new tensioner pulley. If a serpentine belt is loose then the spring in the tensioner pulley is probably weak or the tensioner pulley is hanging up on something. Have fun! Chris
This is the escort forum not the E 150 forum.
there are two tensioners, the serpentine tensioner and the timing belt tensioner. the timing belt tensioner is behind the timing belt cover ;)
how do you chance a serpentine belt on a 1996 ford escort
Release the tension by applying a 3/8 inch ratchet into the tensioner bar. Pull it towards you and take off the belt.
It could be due to a vacuum leak or a faulty idler or tensioner bearing on the serpentine belt.
Weak tensioner?
Replace the tensioner pulley
http://www.clubfte.com/users/racerguy/zetecbelt.gif number 5 is the tensioner
The correct belt tension will be maintained by the belt tensioner. The tension is not adjustable on this car.
I'm not a mechanic but I just had to have the belt tensioner replaced on my 99 ZX2. There are no other adjustments.
Replace belt tensioner. Three 13mm bolts in a triangular pattern, after you remove belt of course