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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2007 🢒 Silverado - 4WD 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 869705 Size: SH
  1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
  2. Remove the belt tensioner bolt.
  3. Remove the belt tensioner.

    4. Ensure that there is a locating pin (1) on the tensioner.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 869705 Size: SH
  1. Install the belt tensioner. Position the locating pin (1) on the tensioner into the hole in the generator bracket.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the belt tensioner bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  3. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.