Volvo Penta Belt Tensioner

uk4545a

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I have a 4.3 GL and the serpentine belt will not stay properly tensioned. When I rotate the tensioner counterclockwise it will not stay in place as it will slowly move clockwise, releasing tension and in turn creating black rubber dust in my engine compartment.

Likely a bad Tensioner?
 

Scott Danforth

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the tensioner should be spring loaded. either its bad, or improperly installed
 
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