How Do I Remove Serpentine Belt On 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Vani Know You Loosen The Tensiometer But Dont Know How To Do That?
I only know of 2 methods that are commonly used to ensure that the serpentine belt stays tight. You mention a tensioner, which seems to be the most common way with modern vehicles. I have done a few on various models, including Ford, Mercury & Toyota. I will describe the process for these. Yours should be the same. 1st, it is extremely important that you purchase the correct size belt for this (or any other) vehicle. Next, find the proper size socket to fit on the bolt to the tensioner. Place the socket on a ratchet. Find a piece of pipe that is 18-24″ long and will fit over the handle of the ratchet, giving you a longer handle, and therefore, more leverage. Set the ratchet to TIGHTEN the bolt. Place the socket on the bolt with the ratchet attached. Slide the pipe over the ratchet handle. Holding the furtheset end of the pipe, turn the bolt CLOCKWISE. The bolt will not loosen. The tensioner will move, providing slack for the serpentine belt. Slip the belt off of the tensioner. LOOK CAR
