Q: 2003 Lancer es I just installed a new idler pulley but cant get the nut threaded onto the bolt. My hands are too big...any advice?
Got new idler pulley on. Can't get the nut onto the bolt before reinstalling the belt. Hand are too big to fit into the side! Using basic hand tools...any help would be appreciated!
My car has an automatic transmission.
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