Description
TENSIONERS AND PULLEYS: THE ESSENTIAL COMPONENTS OF YOUR ENGINE
If you’re a car enthusiast, you know how crucial it is to keep your engine running smoothly. Tensioners and pulleys are essential components that help your engine function properly. These parts are responsible for keeping your serpentine belt tight, which in turn powers your alternator, water pump, and other critical components.
Usage Scenario
The tensioner is designed to maintain proper tension on the serpentine belt, which is responsible for transmitting power from the engine to other components. The pulley, on the other hand, is responsible for guiding the belt and keeping it from slipping off. Without these components, your engine would not be able to function properly.
Advantages of Tensioners and Pulleys
- Improves engine performance
- Reduces the risk of belt slippage
- Helps to extend the life of the belt
- Reduces noise and vibration
- Easy to install and maintain
Installation and Maintenance
When installing a new tensioner or pulley, it’s essential to ensure that you have the correct part for your vehicle. Always refer to your owner’s manual to find the correct part number. It’s also important to check the condition of your serpentine belt and replace it if necessary. In terms of maintenance, it’s recommended to inspect the tensioner and pulleys every 60,000 to 100,000 miles, or every 4 to 6 years.
Compatible Vehicles
| Car Fitment | Model | Year | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford | RANGER (TKE) | 2011- | 2.2 TDCI |
| 2.2 TDCi 4×4 | |||
| TRANSIT BUS | 2013- | 2.2 TDCI | |
| 2.2 TDCi [RWD] | |||
| TRANSIT Box | 2013- | 2.2 TDCI | |
| 2.2 TDCi [RWD] | |||
| TRANSIT Box (FA_ _) | 2006- | 2.2 TDCI | |
| TRANSIT Bus (FD_ _, FB_ _, FS_ _, FZ_ _, FC_ _) | 2006- | 2.2 TDCI | |
| TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) | 2006-2014 | 2.2 TDCI |
Questions and Answers
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What are tensioners and pulleys?
Tensioners and pulleys are essential components responsible for keeping your serpentine belt tight, which in turn powers your alternator, water pump, and other critical components.
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What are the advantages of using tensioners and pulleys?
Tensioners and pulleys improve engine performance, reduce the risk of belt slippage, help to extend the life of the belt, reduce noise and vibration, and are easy to install and maintain.
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How often should you inspect the tensioner and pulleys?
It’s recommended to inspect the tensioner and pulleys every 60,000 to 100,000 miles, or every 4 to 6 years.
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What vehicles are compatible with these tensioners and pulleys?
These tensioners and pulleys are compatible with various Ford models, including the RANGER (TKE) and TRANSIT BUS and Box.
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How do you install a new tensioner or pulley?
When installing a new tensioner or pulley, it’s essential to ensure that you have the correct part for your vehicle. Always refer to your owner’s manual to find the correct part number. It’s also important to check the condition of your serpentine belt and replace it if necessary.
OTHER INDUSTRIAL PLASTIC GEARS WE SUPPLY
We’re not just limited to tensioners and pulleys. At our company, we offer various industrial plastic gears, including agricultural gearboxes, power output shafts, sprockets, hydraulic couplings, worm gear reducers, gear racks, removable chains, pulleys and pulleys, planetary gearboxes, timing pulleys, bushings, and more. Our products are of the highest quality, and we offer them at preferential prices. If you need to customize your order, please contact us with pictures and samples.
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