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Old 10-23-17, 03:14 AM
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The shiney cover behind serpentine belt tensioner is vibrating/shacking. Is this normal?
What is this part called?
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That is your drive belt tensioner. Its going to move some especially during start up and until the engine is at operating temperature. I just bought a new 1 for mine. With the engine cold, pull up on the belt, if you get excessive play, you need 1. I found mine is noisy if I put the ac on while its idling I hear a noise that sounds like metal grinding. After looking into it, its common. Let me know if you have any other questions.
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