1991 Mercedes Benz 300se Repair Question
Topics covered: Serpentine belt, Serpentine belt tensioner, Tool.
Mileage: 220,000 miles.
Mileage: 220,000 miles.
Asked on December 20, 2010
Serpentine Replacement
Where is the serpentine belt tensioner on a 1991 Mercedes SE 6 cylinder and is there a special tool needed to retract it so I can install a new belt?
Answer
Replied on December 23, 2010
The attached diagrams shows how to replace the serpentine belt. The adjuster bolt is prone to break easily. Ensure the holding screw(#16 ) is sufficiently loose.