Need to replace the serpentine belt

Tiny
SHAD_DEMILLE
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  • 2001 MITSUBISHI DIAMANTE
  • 3.5L
  • V6
  • FWD
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  • 156,077 MILES
My serpentine belt broke two days ago. I need to know how go about replacing it.
Monday, August 15th, 2016 AT 5:00 PM

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Tiny
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It is pretty easy, replace the tensioner as well and make sure the belt lines up with everything. Also check for junk in pulleys like brush them off see picture. You will need the screwdriver to pry tensioner away from belt and should have tension taken with a gauge though.
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Tuesday, August 16th, 2016 AT 6:15 AM

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