About David Scott Expertise Questions or advice regarding Suzuki 4wd vehicles as regards repair or modifications for offroad use.
Experience Been a professional mechanic over 30 yrs I've owned and modified 2 Sidekicks, and 3 Samurais, one of which I still have, and ocasionally drive, when my kids let me.
Expert: David Scott Date: 6/25/2004 Subject: Serpentine belt
Question I am replacing my serpentine belt for my power steering and air cond. but I am unable to move my tensioner. What tools do I need and what technique is used to move the tensioner so I can replace my belt
Answer The answer is that it varies depending on manufactuer. You NEED a factory service manual. The aftermarket (chilton, haynes and so forth are mostly useless). Basically you either use a tensioner tool, or after having located the tensioning device, loosen the lock, remove tension, and replace the belt. About half of being a mechanic consists of figuring out how it works before you work on it.
