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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 5.7L 🢒 Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement - Air Conditioning

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 296146 Size: SH
  1. Remove the air conditioning (A/C) drive belt. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement .
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Loosen the A/C drive belt tensioner bolt.
  4. Remove the A/C drive belt tensioner.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 296146 Size: SH
  1. Install the A/C drive belt tensioner.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Tighten the A/C drive belt tensioner bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the A/C drive belt tensioner bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Install the A/C drive belt. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement .