FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Mechanical timing belt tensioner
The tensioner consists or a spring and a friction element. The friction element provides the required damping to absorb small oscillations and speed variations. The spring ensures correct belt tension, irrespective of wear and temperature. The belts are made of cord reinforced rubber.