Saturn SL1 Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement Costs

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

See availability

Customer Ratings

Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement Service

How much does a Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Saturn SL1 Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement is $236 with $96 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

Car	Service	Estimate	Shop/Dealer Price
2002 Saturn SL1L4-1.9L	Service typeDrive Belt Tensioner Replacement	Estimate$440.22	Shop/Dealer Price$494.04 - $642.52
1999 Saturn SL1L4-1.9L	Service typeDrive Belt Tensioner Replacement	Estimate$425.80	Shop/Dealer Price$476.79 - $623.16
1995 Saturn SL1L4-1.9L	Service typeDrive Belt Tensioner Replacement	Estimate$352.81	Shop/Dealer Price$402.91 - $548.61
1993 Saturn SL1L4-1.9L	Service typeDrive Belt Tensioner Replacement	Estimate$352.81	Shop/Dealer Price$402.91 - $548.60
1998 Saturn SL1L4-1.9L	Service typeDrive Belt Tensioner Replacement	Estimate$338.21	Shop/Dealer Price$389.60 - $536.26
1991 Saturn SL1L4-1.9L	Service typeDrive Belt Tensioner Replacement	Estimate$352.81	Shop/Dealer Price$403.06 - $548.88
2001 Saturn SL1L4-1.9L	Service typeDrive Belt Tensioner Replacement	Estimate$425.80	Shop/Dealer Price$476.86 - $623.27
1997 Saturn SL1L4-1.9L	Service typeDrive Belt Tensioner Replacement	Estimate$338.21	Shop/Dealer Price$388.12 - $533.68

Show example Saturn SL1 Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement prices

What is the Drive Belt Tensioner all about?

A Drive Belt Tensioner is a pulley mounted to either a spring mechanism or to an adjustable pivot point that is used to keep constant tension on your serpentine belt. That is the big long belt in the front of your engine.

The tensioner rides on the outside surface of the belt to put pressure, or tension, on the belt and against the pulleys that drive things like the alternator, power steering, air conditioner, etc.

Keep in mind:

Tensioners usually come with pulleys; they are normally replaced together. Also, when replacing a tensioner, the drive belt usually must be removed. A mechanic may recommend replacing the belt as well.

How it's done:

Check for any noise in the engine (usually a squeaky or grinding noise).
Remove the drive belt(s) (in most cases).
Inspect drive belt pulleys.
Check the drive belt tensioner.
Remove and replace the tensioner if faulty.
Start car to see if noise is gone.

Our recommendation:

Your drive belt tensioner should always be inspected when your drive belt is serviced. During routine maintenance and inspection, your drive belt system should be reviewed to make sure that all the components are in working order. The drive belt tensioner will usually last longer than the drive belts, so as long as your tensioner is inspected or replaced when your drive belts are, your belt system should remain in good shape.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Drive Belt Tensioner?

Unusual noise (squeaky or grinding sound) every time you start the engine.

How important is this service?

The air conditioning, power steering, and alternator in your vehicle are given power through the drive belt. The belt is attached to both the crankshaft and these systems, and transfers power from the engine to drive each of these components. The drive belt tensioner is responsible for keeping the tension in the drive belt, which allows it to continue moving and transferring power. When the drive belt tensioner fails, the tension in the drive belt will begin to diminish, and the vehicle will not operate as well.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee

Meet some of our expert Saturn mechanics

Real customer reviews from Saturn owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(102)

Rating Summary

92

6

1

0

3

92

6

1

0

3

SEE REVIEWS NEAR ME

Matthew

28 years of experience

1146 reviews

Request Matthew

Matthew

28 years of experience

Request Matthew

by Susan Carmona

SL1 2000 - AC Compressor - Hampton, VA

I live in Hampton, VA, and my mechanic was Matt. He was absolutely amazing. He was more competent and knowledgeable than any local shop that I've used to date. The prices are more than fair. In future, I will ALWAYS use this service unless it is a repair they don't offer. Thank you, YourMechanic and Matt, for an experience that was above and beyond my expectations.

Diego

17 years of experience

636 reviews

Diego

17 years of experience

by Joe Dilzer

SL1 2002 - Oil Change - Phoenix, AZ

Very Personable

Joseph

0 years of experience

646 reviews

Joseph

0 years of experience

by dimitri kozyrev

SL1 1994 - Brake Caliper - Salt Lake City, UT

Great Professional!

Nazareth

24 years of experience

219 reviews

Request Nazareth

Nazareth

24 years of experience

Request Nazareth

by beth gray

SL1 1995 - Serpentine/Drive Belt - Pasadena, CA

The job was supposed to be 5 hrs (est) but he was only here for 3. Civil, polite, pleasant, and a sense of humor. Took time explaining things to me which, as a non-mechanical lady, I appreciated. If the car needs more work I'd book him. I'd like an updated report on the "health" of my car. Thanks.

Excellent Rating

(102)

Rating Summary

92

6

1

0

3

92

6

1

0

3

SEE REVIEWS NEAR ME

Recent articles & questions

A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Ford F-450

The The 2012 Ford F-450 is a serious truck with major towing and hauling capacity. What it lacks in gas mileage, it more than makes up for in durability, suspension, power, and torque. Plus, with a six-speed shiftable automatic transmission,...

The Traveler’s Guide to Driving in New Zealand

New New Zealand has tons of things to see and do. It is the home of Middle Earth, as this is where Peter Jackson filmed some the most famous films in fantasy history. You can find plenty of wonderful attractions...

P2139 OBD-II Trouble Code: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch D / F Voltage Correlation

P2139 P2139 code definition Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch D / F Voltage Correlation What the P2139 code means The P2139 code means that an improper voltage correlation between the throttle and pedal position sensors has caused the throttle plate to become...

Can I Legally Use Colored Headlights?

The simple answer is: no, headlights must be white. Vehicle lighting is regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is responsible for Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and FMVSS 108 deals with...

Check Engine Light - Code indicates O2 sensor 1 error

The O2 sensor is a sensor in the exhaust system that reports to your car's computer how much unburnt fuel is in the exhaust gases, which then tells the fuel injection system how to adjust the fuel mixture. When the...

After replacing instrument cluster a/c clutch will not engage

You may have pulled loose the connector to the a/c controls or if you did not have the battery disconnected blown a fuse. Since the cluster is on the computer network and the a/c is also you should have the...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com