2007 v70 2.5t alternator belt tensioner sucks

Driven · Post by **Driven** » 11 Jan 2015, 14:45

Belt tensioner has a torx type adjuster instead of nut what a crappy design!
I am still having a hard time getting belt on power steering etc. when engaging the tensioner what next?
Thanks

Post by **IdahoBob** » 11 Jan 2015, 18:37

I had to find the flatest breaker bar in town, with the shortest torx 'socket', then really crank that thing forward, have one of the kids hold it in tension while I wrestled the belt on. Best advice I have (flat breaker bar, short torx socket, someone else to hold tension on the breaker bar). Regrets, and yes, I concur (is anyone at Volvo reading this?) the design change stinks. Happy Motoring!

Post by **oragex** » 11 Jan 2015, 20:55

I got something like this wrench on sale for like 20 bucks, works like a charm for the belt tensioner. If the tensioner is fully released, the belt should slide with one finger over the p/s pulley.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005K2 ... _i=desktop

Driven · Post by **Driven** » 17 Jan 2015, 18:50

Thanks I found a flat bar at harbor freight with Torx, still a chore! Got R Done!
Thanks for the input!