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Links Below: How I diagnosed and replaced a belt tensioner due to a loud squeal from a worn idler pulley and belt tensioner system. Part 7 of my Deville Series

00:00 Introduction To Cadillac Deville Northstar Belt Noise & Tensioner Pulley Replacement
00:55 Difference in Tension Between Old & New Serpentine Belt Tensioner
01:40 Using An Automotive Stethoscope To Identify Serpentine Pulley Noise
02:05 Cadillac Deville Northstar Serpentine Belt & Pulley Replacement
03:35 Serpentine Tensioner Test
03:57 Cadillac Deville Northstar Serpentine Belt Routing

Deville Repair Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGNsbVXzRfZOZLzjeTGQyLUsFDPYwttq4&si=e9rmHrYl_Y3cr6VW

Per Chilton Manual, Tensioner Pulley Assembly Torque Specification (Spec): 37 ft-lb

QUICK TIP: Belt Squeal at Start-up? Possibly Alternator Belt Slip: https://youtu.be/Pq9XYe4sLnY

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