How to Remove and Install a Drive Belt Using a Spring-Loaded Automatic Tensioner on 2001 Dodge Ram 1500?

Every type of drive belt, with and without power steering and air conditioning, uses a spring-loaded belt tensioner that is automatic. To take out the drive belt, connect the wrench or socket to the left-hand threaded automatic tensioner bolt. Spin the tensioner in a counterclockwise direction as you stand in front of it which will relax the belt's tension. Then, take the belt off the tensioner pulley and then the other pulleys. Make sure you correctly route the accessory drive belt while using the proper size of the belt to stop the engine from overheating caused by the water pump turning the wrong way. Removing the pulley from the tensioner means the left-hand thread on its bolt must be considered. Set the drive belt over every pulley except the tensioner's, then put a socket/wrench on the tensioner pulley bolt and revolve it counterclockwise. Place the belt over the tensioner pulley, rotate the tensioner backward and then remove the wrench to check that the belt fits well on every pulley.

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2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Serpentine Belt Part Number: 53010303AC
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- Other Name: Belt - Accessory Drive; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Drive Belt; V-Belt
- Replaces: 53010303AB
- Item Weight: 1.00 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 1.8 x 6.4 x 22.1 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 53010303AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Submodels:
- LT, Laramie, SLT, SS/T 5.9L, ST, Sport, WS | 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Serpentine Belt Part Number: 53032520AA
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- Other Name: Belt - Accessory Drive; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Drive Belt; V-Belt; Belt Accessory Drive
- Item Weight: 1.00 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 11.2 x 6.0 x 1.0 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 53032520AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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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 Belt Part Number: 53010308
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Belt - Accessory Drive; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Accessory Drive Belt; Drive Belt; V-Belt; Belt Accessory Drive
- Item Weight: 0.80 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 53010308
- 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 Belt Part Number: 53010304AC
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Belt - Accessory Drive; Serpentine Belt Drive Kit; Drive Belt; V-Belt
- Item Weight: 0.70 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 20.5 x 4.6 x 1.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 53010304AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Submodels:
- LT, Laramie, SLT, SS/T 5.9L, ST, Sport, WS | 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 Drive Belt Parts and Q&A

Q: How to Remove and Install a Drive Belt Using a Spring-Loaded Automatic Tensioner on 2001 Dodge Ram 1500?
A: Every type of drive belt, with and without power steering and air conditioning, uses a spring-loaded belt tensioner that is automatic. To take out the drive belt, connect the wrench or socket to the left-hand threaded automatic tensioner bolt. Spin the tensioner in a counterclockwise direction as you stand in front of it which will relax the belt's tension. Then, take the belt off the tensioner pulley and then the other pulleys. Make sure you correctly route the accessory drive belt while using the proper size of the belt to stop the engine from overheating caused by the water pump turning the wrong way. Removing the pulley from the tensioner means the left-hand thread on its bolt must be considered. Set the drive belt over every pulley except the tensioner's, then put a socket/wrench on the tensioner pulley bolt and revolve it counterclockwise. Place the belt over the tensioner pulley, rotate the tensioner backward and then remove the wrench to check that the belt fits well on every pulley.