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Engine Tensioner Assembly Leaking

Discussion in 'Powertrain' started by jdmikey, Feb 16, 2008.

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    jdmikey New Member

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    Tensioner Assembly Leaking

    I just noticed that my tensioner is leaking oil from the shock that is built onto it. It also makes a rattling noise. Does anyone know if the tensioner is suppose to vibrate? When I put the car in gear and look at it, it will be vibrating. Maybe this is what is casusing my car to vibrate while driving?

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    jdmikey, Feb 16, 2008
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    plu Well-Known Member

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    It's a $49 part from Advance Auto Parts compared to over $150 at the dealership. Only took me an hour to replace mine with hand tools. I would change it out to be safe.
    plu, Feb 17, 2008
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    ya change it man its so easy
    Legit01Rolla, Feb 17, 2008
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    i can see that it's easy to install. im just wondering if it leaking and all could be causing my mysterious vibration?
    jdmikey, Feb 17, 2008
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    Possibly. I had a spring-loaded one on the old car. Right before it went I had a fair amount of vibration that I initially attributed to a worn motor mount. It was the tensioner.
    ShallowPockets, Feb 18, 2008
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