How to Determine if a Tensioner Pulley is Faulty?
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Methods to determine if a tensioner pulley is faulty include: 1. Increased engine noise during rapid acceleration; 2. Timing belt skipping teeth; 3. Disordered ignition and valve timing; 4. Engine vibration and difficulty starting. The tensioner pulley is a belt tensioning device used in automotive transmission systems, primarily composed of a fixed housing, tensioning arm, pulley body, torsion spring, rolling bearing, and spring bushing. It automatically adjusts tension according to the belt's tightness to ensure stable, safe, and reliable operation of the transmission system. As an automotive wear part, the tensioner pulley requires prompt replacement upon failure, along with an inspection of the belt for cracks or deformation.