After installing a new alternator, the serpentine belt will not tighten?

1998 FORD TAURUS
162,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JUICY636
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after installing a new alternator, the serpentine belt will not tighten?
Dec 3, 2008 at 5:38 PM
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BELT ADJUSTMENT Tensioners are used to automatically adjust belt tension to specification. Belt tension should be about 178-311 INCH Lbs. (78-137 kg). Check belt for fraying. If fraying exists, ensure belt and tensioner are properly aligned. See Fig. 1 . Tensioners will contain a belt-wear indicator. SeeFig. 1 -Fig. 7 . If tensioner reaches travel limit, as indicated by marks on tensioner, replace belt. Ensure serpentine belts are properly installed. See Fig. 8 -Fig. 20 . Fig. 1: Checking Serpentine Belt Alignment


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