alternator repl. need serp. belt back on???

[wow]

Am trying to replace alternator on a 2000 xlt 5.0 v8. I cannot seem to locate the tensioner that the service manual speaks of. I have been able to release serp. belt by loosening the pulleys but serp. belt won't go on?? help!!

 

[wow]

tensioner pulley

where is the pulley on a 2000 xlt v8. thx

 

[BrooklynBay]

It's the spring loaded pulley that applies tension to the belt. It's designed to release with a breaker bar or a ratchet.

 

[wow]

thx for the reply. but i just dont see it.
2000 xlt v8 5 liter

 

[BrooklynBay]

Take a look at the belt routing diagram under the hood.

 

[Tbars4]

...It should be to the lower left, about 7 o'clock...:scratch:

...Double post..
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=243774

 

[KPT]

There should be a sticker on the header panel. This will have the locations of the tensioner in a pic and tell you which way it needs to turn to get the belt back on.

 

[marragtop]

As already replied to in your other post, check BrooklyBays helpful links here: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1439158&postcount=17

Also, try using the search facility, it work great.

 

[BrooklynBay]

I've merged both of your threads together. Please don't start multiple threads on the same subject.

 

[celly]

It looks like just another pulley except it moves when you torque it with the right sized socket. Passenger side, below your alternator. As others have said, review the sticker for location. If I can find it (bad mechanic here), anyone should be able to.

 

[CDW6212R]

It takes a thin 3/8" long ratchet or breaker bar to loosen. See it below the alternator, the large pulley? Ignore the fact that this is an Aussie GT40 302 engine, the accessories are basically the same.