Belt Tensioner Removal And Installation - Mercury 200 OptiMax Jet Drive Service Manual

10. Use a breaker bar to move the belt tensioner and install the alternator belt. Install the belt with the lettering facing up.

Belt Tensioner Removal and Installation

NOTE: The following procedure shows the alternator removed from the powerhead for installation clarity. It is not necessary to
remove the alternator to remove and install the belt tensioner.
Removal
1. Remove the alternator belt.
2. Remove the flywheel.
3. Remove the nut and washer securing the belt tensioner to the cylinder block. Remove the belt tensioner, spring, and washer.
4. Remove the bushing from the belt tensioner.
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