Equinox AWD V6-3.4L (2008)
Drive Belt Tensioner: Service and Repair
Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement
Tools Required
J 39914 Serpentine Belt Tensioner Unloader
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
2. Remove the air cleaner intake duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement .
3. Using J 39914 rotate the drive belt tensioner (8) to release the tension on the drive belt.
4. Remove the drive belt from the right idler pulley (2).
5. Carefully release J 39914 to relieve the drive belt tensioner spring tension.
6. Remove J 39914 from the drive belt tensioner (8).
7. Loosen the drive belt tensioner bolt.
8. Remove the drive belt tensioner and bolt together from the generator bracket.
9. Separate the bolt from the drive belt tensioner once removed from vehicle.
Installation Procedure