What size socket is a Toyota belt tensioner?

Toyota Belt Tensioner Socket Size
The size of the socket needed for a Toyota belt tensioner can vary depending on the specific model and year of the vehicle. However, based on the search results, it appears that the most commonly recommended socket sizes for Toyota belt tensioners are 32mm (1 1/4″) and 19mm. The 32mm socket is mentioned in relation to the tensioner pulley center bolt, and it can be used with a 1/2 socket wrench handle or a 7/8 box wrench. On the other hand, a 19mm socket is also suggested as the appropriate size for the tensioner bolt.
It’s important to note that the specific socket size required may vary based on the particular Toyota model and year. Therefore, it’s advisable to consult the vehicle’s manual or a certified technician for the exact socket size needed for a specific Toyota belt tensioner.
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What is serpentine belt tensioner tool?

You time and effort. The extended handle provides a greater reach and increased leverage. This tool includes adaptors for various vehicle makes and models.

How do you remove a tensioner bolt?

Use the extension/breaker bar on the grooved pulley tensioner arm, rotate the tensioner counter clockwise to remove the pin/bolt. Slowly allow the tensioner to rotate in a clockwise direction until the tensioner reaches the low stop. Remove the three bolts that attach the tensioner to the engine.

Do you remove the pin on belt tensioner?

Without the pin, the tensioner would simply spin around the mounting bolt and wouldn’t apply pressure to the belt. If a pin was in the wrong location on the tensioner, the tensioner would either apply too much or too little pressure to the belt.

What is a tensioner pin?

Timing Tensioner Locking Pin Set
This pin set is used to lock timing belt or chain tensioners once they have been compressed, required during the service procedure. Once the belt or chain service is complete, the pin is simply pulled out to return the tensioner to functional.

What size tool socket is used for the serpentine belt removal tool on the tensioner?

A 3/4 inch socket fits perfectly in my cars serpentine tensioner. 3/4 is a metric 19mm . It would appear some tensioners are a different size, i used a 3/4 socket as pictured and vise grips, very easy. A 3/4 inch socket fits perfectly in the serpentine tensioner.

What size bolt is a tensioner?

2.629 k.N Hydraulic Bolt Tensioner, Load Return Cylinder, , 3.1/2“ – 4“

Model	T27
Cylinder stroke	15 mm
Hydraulic Area	175.3 cm²
Outside Dia.	245 mm
Tool Weight	41.4 kg

What tool do I use to loosen a tensioner pulley?

You may need a special tool, but many spring tensioners have a square hole, for a 3/8” or 1/2” breaker bar, or a hex or square protrusion for a wrench or socket. Using the appropriate tool, release tension on the belt.

How do you loosen a serpentine belt tensioner?

The way to remove tension will be to pivot the tensioner using a tool (1) on the nut of the tensioner pulley, or (2) a special tool-lug outcropping from the tensioner or (3) in a square opening in the bracket of the tensioner pulley, cover or cap that protects the spring.

What tools do I need to change a serpentine belt?

There are only a few things you’ll need to replace a serpentine belt: a new belt, a belt tensioner tool and maybe a socket wrench. These things should be easy to find at an auto parts store. Gloves and eye protection never hurt either. Every car engine is different, even engines from the same auto manufacturer.

How do you loosen a belt tensioner?

The tensioner has a hex capscrew and you use a suitable wrench to twist the nut in the opposite direction of the tension (relaxing the belt). Holding the wrench in one hand, and moving the belt with the other, allows for removing the belt. Try it, it’s easy.