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ADJUSTING TENSION ON CAMBELT???

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Old Feb 1, 2006 | 03:35 AM
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Default ADJUSTING TENSION ON CAMBELT???

Ive got a s2 erst with a 2.0l zvh engine fitted. any ideas how u adjust the cambelt tension ive been told that i need a big flatheaded screwdriver and a small 10mm socket set, any ideas how i do it??? ...i think it could be overtightened ...thanx
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Old Feb 2, 2006 | 07:10 AM
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i use the large srewdrive and put it inbetween the tensioner and body ( just somewhere to lever it from!

as i remember u'll need a 13mm spanner or socket to retighten the bolts back up whilst keeping the crew driver tight against the tensioner!
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