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 |  | Belt Tensioners On many newer engines, spring loaded automatic tensioners are
                used to keep the timing belt tight. A slide plate allows the
                tensioner roller to move against the belt. As the miles
                accumulate, wear can cause the plate to stick against the engine
                block, preventing the tensioner from maintaining proper
                pressure. High under hood temperatures also can cause a loss of
                spring tensioner over time. If the belt loses tension, it may jump time or slip. And if
                an idler pulley or tension seizes, it may cause the belt to
                suddenly snap. It is difficult to determine the true condition of the tensioner
                components with a simple visual inspection because the
                components are not operating under a load. Even so, any pulley
                bearing that has visible looseness, grease streaks radiating
                outward from a damaged seal, makes noise or does not turn freely
                should be replaced before a new belt is installed - otherwise
                the new belt is doomed to premature failure. Click your make below for TOGA
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