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Old 30-03-2009, 04:02 PM   #1
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HI all,
There was a thread on this subject a while ago, I did a search but could'nt anything. I want to replace the serpentine belt on my au1 forte. Relieving the tension to remove the old one is no problem but I just cannot get the new one to go on. My new belt is a BOCHE and I am starting to wonder if I have the wrong one. Is there some technique to getting it to go on?
Any help appreciated!
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Old 30-03-2009, 05:44 PM   #2
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There should be a diagram under the bonnet to show you how it runs.
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Old 30-03-2009, 08:22 PM   #3
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Thanks Monty! My problem is, even with the tensioner wide open, I cant get it to slip over the power steering " wheel ". Its like its too short but I dont think so.
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Old 30-03-2009, 08:36 PM   #4
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Hmm, thats a dilly of a pickle, lol. Im sorry, but Im stuck for ideas now, have you put the two belts side to side to see if they are the same length?
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Old 30-03-2009, 09:53 PM   #5
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Mate, What part number have you got on the new belt?
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