Durango 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Drive Belt Tensioner: Description and Operation
Automatic Belt Tensioner/Pulley Assembly
Correct accessory drive belt tension is required to be sure of optimum performance of belt driven engine accessories. If specified tension is not
maintained, belt slippage may cause; engine overheating, lack of power steering assist, loss of air conditioning capacity, reduced generator output rate
and greatly reduced belt life.
Drive belts are equipped with a spring loaded automatic belt tensioner. This belt tensioner will be used with all belt configurations. Such as with or
without power steering or air conditioning.