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98 f-150/ 5.4 drive belt change .

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Old Mar 6, 2013 | 09:43 PM
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Default 98 f-150/ 5.4 drive belt change .

my truck is a 1998 f-150 / 4 wheller / 5.4 motor and im asking To change the front drive belt- it can be done with just a long style breaker bar to turn the idler pully and relieve the load . YES . or thrers more to it then this and getting the new belt in place ?
 
Old Mar 7, 2013 | 02:48 AM
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If there is a belt routing diagram under the hood , good. If not, make a quick diagram so once you remove the belt , you can be sure you have the replacement installed correctly. Sometimes it a good idea to lube the tensioner and make sure it can move properly, otherwise you got the idea.
 
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