Punto 2002 8V timing belt tension

[DIYspanner]

Does anyone know the method to get the right tension on these?

 

[Burnerman]

Sure, on the belts longest run, you should just be able to twist it 90 degrees with a finger and thumb.
Too tight and the belt will whine, too slack and it flaps.
John

 

[DIYspanner]

Thanks John!

Job done. I got a set of mini long nose pliers to turn the tensioner disc and did the belt twist test as you recommended.

Not such a bad job really.

Anti-freeze done also.

Just need the rain to stop so I can change the oil and sort the growl on the back brakes.