on some vehicles yes you do. On some like the cavalier or sunbird with a 4 cyl you will have to pull the right tire and inner fenderwell off to gain access. On a 6cyl the tensioner is located in the middle of the block and all you need is a 15mm socket on a breakerbar and you can move the tensioner either way
ken
July 2005
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