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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.
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