LTZ9C1

Sorry if this has been asked before but how do I replace my tensioner pulley on my 2000 S-10, V-6?

It's been making a rattling noise for the past month or so and when I rev the motor up, it quiets down. When it idles, it's noisey so I think it's the culprit but I just don't know how to replace it. All I see is one bolt in the middle of it and that's it.

I hope this isn't so simple that I'll feel like my dog's ass for asking such a dumb question

Thanks for whoever can help me.

MT-2500

The way to find out is to ask.
People that do not ask do not learn much.
The one bolt should do it.
Usually a centering notch on back side to center it.
Get a new and have it ready before removing old one.
And check the bolt on new on to see if right or left hand thread.

MT

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LTZ9C1

Thank you MT for the help, and it is simple to change......who'd a thought?

Thanks again

MT-2500

You are welcome and good luck.
Let us know how it goes.
MT

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LTZ9C1

It's been bad weather here lately and today its a balmy 20 degrees so I'm going to see if I can replace it today.

BTW, I forgot to ask, what's the torque spec for the bolt or it's not necessary and just tighten until I can't tighten no more?

Thanks again

MT-2500

Go easy on it.
Not over 35 -37 ft lbs.

Check the new tensioner for bolt specs should come with the instruction sheet.
MT

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LTZ9C1

Thank you much MT. I just installed and so far so good.....crossing fingers no jinx

The original bolt was barely screwed on, like I unscrewed it with my fingers, strange huh? I used the bolt that came with the new belt tensioner and that was that.

One last question, I know this is off topic but, is my PCV valve supposed to be making a loud buzzing noise while the engine runs? I just never paid attention so I don't know.

Thanks again MT, I appreciated the help greatly

MT-2500

You are welcome and thanks for letting us know how it went.
The PCV valve should be quiet.
I would get a new Ac-delco brand pcv valve for it.
Good Luck
MT

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MT