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How to Diagnose a Bad Serpentine Belt Tensioner Before It Fails:

Diagnose a Serpentine Drive Belt Tensioner Like a Pro When your car starts making strange noises or you lose power steering or AC, the culprit might not be the belt itself, but the serpentine drive belt tensioner. As an experienced technician, I’ve diagnosed and replaced countless tensioners, and I can tell you: catching the early signs can save you from a roadside breakdown or engine damage. Let me walk you through how I diagnose a failing serpentine drive belt tensioner, what belt tensioner symptoms you should watch for, and how … Read More