how long do the little rollers and tensioners last?

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guy022077

Discussion Starter · Jun 20, 2006

I searched back to 03 and didnt find much, if i had an old style tensioner 97-00(i think) ,i would replace it, I have the new one already(03),does it need replacing too? I was just gonna replace the belt then next time i do the belt i would replace the rollers,tensioners etc...can those little items last 120k? i am also doing an fmic and this stuff i found from a few years ago.I want to do all that is NEEDED while the front of the car is off. I found a ton of input for 98-00 but not much for the newer guys. I know you people have replaced something sometime,havent you? any other 70k info is welcome

peppy said:
Engine Oil - change
Engine Filter - change
Timing Belt - replace
Tensioner - replace
Ribbed Belt - check condition
Spark Plugs - replace
Air Cleaner - replace filter not sure on this one either
Brake System - check damage/leaks, pad thickness, fluid level
Pollen Filter - replace I dont know what/where this is
Cooling System - check level
Automatic Transmission - check for leaks
Manual Transmission - check for leaks
Driveshaft - check boots
Door Hinge - lube ill search for a how to
Brake Fluid - change
Check Automatic Trans. Fluid and Differential for leaks, level; add if necessary
Front Axle - check dust seals, ball joints, tie rods

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RechtsFahren

· #2 · Jun 20, 2006

The timing belt tensioner should always be replaced with the timing belt.

As far as the accessory rollers...I had my doubts, because I used to have a howling sound, like maybe a lube-starved roller bearing, for five minutes after startup in very cold weather. I haven't heard the sound for the last 50K miles. Meanwhile, knock on wood, I'm at 110K with the no bum rollers as of today.

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PZ

· #3 · Jun 21, 2006

Replace the tensioner, tension roller,idle roller and the water pump. It's 50-50 between failures for the tensioner and water pump on the AWM. The rollers are cheap, you really don't want to go in to replace one after changing the timing belt.

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luvmyb5

· #4 · Jun 21, 2006

Well, my '99 is proof that the old rollers can last to 120k and then some, but with the luck ppl have on this site I wouldn't chance it.

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