How to Remove Broken Belt Tensioner

[aragno]

Hello SOF peeps!

I need to remove the belt tensioner and the "tension" bolt you use to compress the spring is stripped and spinning. I do not have a belt installed at this moment.

Can I just unbolt and remove or do I need put that little "pin" back in somehow?

When I push/turn to compress the spring, the bolt simply turns in place.
This is a brand new GM one and replacement is on it's way but want to get this out and be prepared for the day of delivery.

 

[LilRedLtz]

I'm pretty sure you can just unbolt and remove it if you haven't already

 

[supersinik]

If the tensioner is already defective and the bolt is spinning in a vacuum, you should be able to remove it by simply removing the fixing bolts. No need to put the pin back, especially without a belt in place. Just make sure you have the right tool to avoid damaging the support!