Sheared Bolt? Please help

Why were you replacing the pulley? Was it squeaking? The last several times I’ve used aftermarket off the self pulleys at autoparts store haven't lasted as long as oem. I also like to use a little soapy water sprayed on one pulley at time to figure out the squeaker. Hope this helps.

 

It’s loud as hell. Thats why. I replaced the one on my 2.5 gen and it changed my mental life. now the pully gods hate me. I haven’t tried pulling it yet, it’s just to damn hot out. I’ll try pulling it out early in the morning. I made a harbor freight trip today and got what I think I need.

 

First thing you have to do is cuss and throw a fit.
That helps a lot, or at least it helps me.

Then.......

Pull the front left wheel off.
Remove the rubber apron.
Unbolt the A/C
Unbolt the A/C mounting bracket.
Remove the tensioner assembly.

 

Might have to replace the assembly. I did it on mine and it was a huge PITA

 

Put a big nut on the broken part ,tack weld it on the inside of the nut,and then remove.

 

Curious who won, you or the truck?
Simply, did you get it fixed, or replace the entire assembly.