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Sep 13, 2013 | 05:48 AM

1998xjspt

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89 serp belt install question

is the install the same as install on a newer model XJ? if not then what is the difference? and how do i do it?

Sep 13, 2013 | 06:56 AM

hippydippy

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The power steering pump is the tensioner. You need to loosen the bolts for the pump, then there is a tension bolt underneath the pump that will loosen the belt.

Sep 13, 2013 | 07:37 AM

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And, DO NOT pry on the pump housing.

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Sep 13, 2013 | 09:09 AM

1998xjspt

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so to put on serp belt to an 89 is the same as putting one on a 98?

Sep 13, 2013 | 09:10 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 1998xjspt

so to put on serp belt to an 89 is the same as putting one on a 98?

No.

Sep 13, 2013 | 09:11 AM

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Sep 13, 2013 | 09:12 AM

1998xjspt

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got a picture of the tensioning bolt thats under the pump?

89 serp belt install question

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