How to Service a Belt Tensioner on 2001 Dodge Ram 1500?

To service the drive belt tensioner, brush off the accessory drive belt and disconnect the ignition coil. Remove the coil from its bracket and then remove the tensioner assembly. Reinstall by attaching pulley and tight bolts to specified torques, reconnect ignition coil and reinstall drive belt.

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2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Serpentine Tensioner Part Number: 53010240
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Tensioner - Belt; Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Belt Tensioner; Tensioner; Tensioner, W/Bracket; Tensioner Belt
- Item Weight: 2.90 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 53010240
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Submodels:
- LT, Laramie, SLT, SS/T 5.9L, ST, Sport | 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Serpentine Tensioner Part Number: 53010158AC
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Tensioner - Belt; Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Assembly; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Automatic Belt Tensioner.; Tensioner
- Replaces: 53010158AB
- Item Weight: 2.90 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 6.7 x 7.3 x 7.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 53010158AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Submodels:
- Base, LT, Laramie, SLT, SS/T 5.9L, ST, Sport, WS | 5.2L V8, 5.9L V8, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS

2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Belt Tensioner Parts and Q&A

Q: How to Service a Belt Tensioner on 2001 Dodge Ram 1500?
A: To service the drive belt tensioner, brush off the accessory drive belt and disconnect the ignition coil. Remove the coil from its bracket and then remove the tensioner assembly. Reinstall by attaching pulley and tight bolts to specified torques, reconnect ignition coil and reinstall drive belt.