REMOVAL ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT DAMAGE TO THE BELT TENSIONER

MODELS AFFECTED: 1985 FWD FLEETWOODS AND DEVILLES

When removing the accessory drive belt on early production 1985 FWD Fleetwoods and Devilles, it is essential to use a 2" extension on a 1/2" breaker bar when rotating the belt tensioner mechanism upward off of the drive belt, refer to Figure 1. If the extension is not used, damage to the belt tensioner may occur.

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