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Re: Engine Replacement / Estimating
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 2/20/2014

David

This is usually caused by a faulty serpentine belt tensioner. The tensioner places too much of a load on the crank resulting in engine lock up. Check with the parts department to see if there is an updated tensioner for the car you are working on. In o... Login to read more.