Q: 98 gmc k1500 suburban.what is correct adjustment specs for tensioner pulley
previously i lost key i drilled out ignition to where i was able to get it home with flathead screwdriver.next day it would not start.did a little research (youtube) and discovered a series to bypass the built in gm security anti theft system.i tried it and the truck started.i drove like this for over a month.recently while driving the power steering pump went out causing belt to jump off pulley tracks.i got car towed.replaced power steering pump and now it wont turn over just cranks and then goes to a mechanical noise like something is not catching or turning, too loose, or too tight.what are the possibilities?
My car has an automatic transmission.
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