He question for clarification is this where I release the tension

BOBBYPUE DOPEHI

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2011 CHEVROLET AVEO
1.6L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
126,500 MILES

I have a pulley tensioner pictured with a circle around the question for clarification is this where I release the tension so I'm able to remove belt in the mean time? Thanks.

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Thursday, June 6th, 2019 AT 6:51 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Welcome to 2CarPros.

Yes, that is correct. Here are the specific directions for belt replacement.

DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
Drive Belt Replacement

Removal Procedure

picture 1

Note: To remove the power steering pump belt, do remove the accessory belt in advance.

1. Rotate the tensioner star-nut (1) and remove the accessory belt.
2. Remove the power steering belt. Refer to Refer to Power Steering Pump Belt Replacement (See: Drive Belt > Removal and Replacement > Power Steering Pump Belt Replacement).

Installation Procedure

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1. Install the power steering belt. Refer to Power Steering Pump Belt Replacement (See: Drive Belt > Removal and Replacement > Power Steering Pump Belt Replacement).
2. Rotate the tensioner star-nut (1) and install the accessory belt.
3. Install the engine front shield at the position of right front wheel.

Let me know if this helps.

Take care,
Joe

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Thursday, June 6th, 2019 AT 7:41 PM

BOBBYPUE DOPEHI

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Okay, I'm confused by the pictures. Both pictures have a number one with a line drawn down to bolt, that bolt is what keep the tensioner assembly locked and secured to the block. Then I see a two headed arrow. My question is, the picture I have up loaded with circled around 12 grove nut looking thing is the where my socket will hook up to release the tension.

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Thursday, June 6th, 2019 AT 8:06 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Yes, that is correct. Basically, the tensionier pivots. Move it away from the belt to release tension.

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Thursday, June 6th, 2019 AT 8:55 PM

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Thank you.

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Friday, June 7th, 2019 AT 4:08 AM

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Took to Firestone, it was loose bolts on the compressor. They tightened them up no more noise. PS: I did put that tensioner on first that didn't correct the noise, thereafter Firestone.