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Can anyone tell me in detail on how to replace the AC belt on my 90 CV 5.0. The reason I need help is because according to the haynes book I have the belt tensioner in the book is different from what is on my car. And from what people have told me is way different from how the book explans it.


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xlr8shn

Wish I could help ya on the 5.0...

On my '99 4.6L I merely put a socket wrench on the tensioner and rotate it until I can slide the belt off...

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BlueSteel

Its really rather easy. Haynes tends to get rather BSed. Theres a 11mm bolt above the emission pump, its right behind the tension pulley. Loosen that about 4 turns. Then you have another bolt on the pivot point of the tensioner, 11mm as well (give or take a mill). Loosen that about 4 turns. The pulley may need to be tapped with a mallet. The tension should come right off. When you get the new one on hand tighten the 2 bolts, then use a crow bar to press the tensioner down, use the water pump pulley for levering. Tighten the belt 1/2 inch - 3/4 inch of play on the longest strip of belt. Then your done. If you get a squeaks from the engine before replacing the belt, its a good idea to take off the tensioner and clean it, then refill it, they tend to sqeak loudly when old. You can get replacement ones for cheap too.

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