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Re: 96 Camry 3.0 V-6 timing belt tensioner
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 12/21/2002

If it moves smoothly and shows no signs of leaking, it should be fine. Check by grasping the belt and pulling sharply, the tensioner should not retract. Think of it as a small shock absorber with damping heavily biased against compression. It should extend qui... Login to read more.