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Replace a Spare part Tensioner pulley – a defective one or if the limit of use has been already reached. Find out useful information about Tensioner pulley
Symptoms of the pulley failure
noise during the rotation of a pulley;
axial play;
too free belt motion in the pulley;
heating of pulley during operation;
loosening of the belt;
broken belt.
Causes of pulley faults
contamination of the pulley;
foreign objects between the belt and pulley;
disregard of the recommended service life;
intense physical impact as a result of the accident;
normal wear and tear;
improper installation of a pulley;
excessive belt tension.
Diagnostics
Diagnostics of the item is recommended whenever you notice a loosening of the belt or carry out its replacement.
You can easily check performance of a pulley on your own, turning it by hands. In operation, it should revolve almost silently, smoothly, without backlash. If there are noises or jerks during rotation, as well as the recommended service life is coming to an end, replace the tensioner pulley, as this item can not be repaired.
Replacing the pulley
For replacing the tensioner pulley you can call for help from professionals, and do it independently. This will require a basic set of tools, a new part and simple mechanical skills.
To replace the tensioner pulley, use the following sequence of actions:
Remove tension from the belt by loosening the tensioner bolt.
Remove the axle bolt completely, remove the pulley.
Install the new tensioner pulley.
Adjust the belt tension.
Check the part and the correct belt tension.
Replacing the tensioner pulley is recommended when it malfunctions, and at each planned replacement of the belt as a preventive measure.
