Chevy Tahoe 2018 Engine 5.3l. Engine belt

[Doubeleive]

I think it is pretty easy to fix, just push wheel tensioner and put back belt on it

you just need a ratchet and stick the male end right there at the arrow and apply force to move the tensioner over to place the belt back on where it should be

 

[Asset]

you just need a ratchet and stick the male end right there at the arrow and apply force to move the tensioner over to place the belt back on where it should be
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Yeap, but the question is why it came out from wheel and you see the belt is already wear out . Probably need to change . I can smell strong burning smell of rubber

 

[Doubeleive]

Yeap, but the question is why it came out from wheel and you see the belt is already wear out . Probably need to change . I can smell strong burning smell of rubber

it should not come off on it's own, when you have it fully loose check the other pulleys and see if one is loose or floppy, you might have a worn part, the water pump can wear out and start to wobble.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

I think it is pretty easy to fix, just push wheel tensioner and put back belt on it

Welcome to the Forum from NH.

Lots of knowledgeable folks here who freely share their knowledge, experiences, and perspectives. Knowledge is power.

I hope that you will become a participating member in the Forum's discussions.

Pics of the truck, please.

You are already receiving sage advice from the knowledgeable folks on this Forum.

Yes, put the belt back on the tensioner and see if it stays there during an idle. If it does, then you could baby it and drive it to the dealer.

Conversely, if you have another mode of transportation, you could buy a new belt and tensioner and install them yourself in less than 1/2 hour. Easy job.

 

[Asset]

Done replaced tensioner and belt

 

[Fless]

Here's the first pic turned counterclockwise 90°. When pics are posted, they're much easier to understand if they are properly oriented. And they don't hurt my neck.

 

[Asset]

Here's the first pic turned counterclockwise 90°. When pics are posted, they're much easier to understand if they are properly oriented. And they don't hurt my neck.

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Thank you, I used no original parts, Bought Belt and Tensioner in AutoZone.
I notice strange thing, that when I took off original tensioner, the bolt which hold tensioner was not tight, it was kind of loose. It did not take any force to unscrew it.
My car was at dealer 2 weeks ago for oil change and apparently dealer is not checking anything at engine. which is scary. Ican imagine if I had this issue at highway.
I'm curious, how much did I save when did it myself?
Anyone knows, how much cost to replace Tensioner and belt at dealer?

 

[Doubeleive]

Thank you, I used no original parts, Bought Belt and Tensioner in AutoZone.
I notice strange thing, that when I took off original tensioner, the bolt which hold tensioner was not tight, it was kind of loose. It did not take any force to unscrew it.
My car was at dealer 2 weeks ago for oil change and apparently dealer is not checking anything at engine. which is scary. Ican imagine if I had this issue at highway.
I'm curious, how much did I save when did it myself?
Anyone knows, how much cost to replace Tensioner and belt at dealer?

probably $200-300 oem belt, tensioner, labor. maybe a little more

 

[2015Yukon]

Labor rate at the local dealer is 179hr, it probably pays .9 to do the tensioner, then the cost of parts, easily around 400 all said and done.

 

[Asset]

23$ belt; 73$ Tensioner plus tax.
I bought 1/2" ratchet set for 30$. Will keep it.