D.I.Y.'ers Please chime in

[SlkMerc]

OK Folks......Can I get some assistance from those of you that have actually installed:

Mech water pump. It looks like it comes right off, no engine dissection needed other than removing the belt. True? if not how?

Belt Tensioner: Same questions as above.

In advance I am thanking you.


Don

[RoyLPita]

Just take the belt and water pump pulley off and you'll see the bolts that hold the w/p on. The tensioner should be a easily accessible, too. If you need more space, remove the fan assy.

[magindat]

remove the fan assy.

3 clips to remove upper shroud, 2 bolts on top, disco the PWM box and lift straight up.

[teamrope]

OK Folks......Can I get some assistance from those of

Belt Tensioner: Same questions as above.

In advance I am thanking you.


Don

Too easy. Slip belt off of the pulley, Remove 1 bolt.

[SlkMerc]

I started another thread asking about this noise. Up front, alt, w/p, tensioner area and your suggestions leaned towards the tensioner. Upon another listen, It SURE seems the noise is coming from the alternator/ DS head area. I also have noticed that, when the lights are on, there is a slight dimming pulse on my dash and gauges. No coolant leaking from the pump and its not overheating at all. When I get down close to the tensioner the noise isnt so loud although that might be my perception. Any more thoughts?

Thanks