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Bolts Sheered off on Belt Tensioner, how to remove the broken bolts without taking the motor out?

Tiny
ALTHEA MAYBERRY
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  • 2013 CHRYSLER 200
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 100,000 MILES
My daughter's Chrysler 200 threw the serpentine belt and the belt tensioner fell off. The bolts are sheared off into the motor. Is there a way to remove the broken bolts without taking the motor out?
Monday, December 11th, 2023 AT 1:30 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Can you upload an image of the damage so you can help? Here is a video that shows how to remove a broken bolt, but we need to see if you have clearance. This video will help you see what needs to be done to be able to install a new bolt:

https://youtu.be/py-rIWATchY?si=dBbdFcGZF3VwE-c7

This video shows an exhaust bolt, but the process will work for any bolt. Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos of the problem so we can see what's going on.

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Monday, December 11th, 2023 AT 2:15 PM
Tiny
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Hello Ken. Thanks so much for your reply. However, I got the broken bolts out. Tomorrow I'll be putting the car back together.
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Monday, December 18th, 2023 AT 3:34 PM
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KEN L
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Nice work, let me know if you need anything else.
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Tuesday, December 19th, 2023 AT 9:45 AM

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