Remove idler pulley bolt

2001 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE
155,000 MILES • 3.5L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BHUBER
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Idler pulley bolt is broke off in engine holds on alternator.
May 28, 2018 at 2:37 AM
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File the edge of the bolt down flat, center punch the bolt. Start by drilling a small hole in the center, then work your way out to a larger diameter drill bit until you can insert an easy out and try to remove the broken bolt with the easy out.
Purchase a new bolt so you know how deep to drill. Go to no more than 1/8" from bottoming out at the end of the bolt.
May 28, 2018 at 8:28 AM
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