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First, if you never have tighten any belts, try to find a helper.(where you located? maybe someone is close to you) It is very easy to twist off/break the belt tensioner bolt.(Can't stress this enough)Do not try to turn this bolt(around 6" long) until you loosen up the mounting nuts/bolts. This tensioner applies to all 3 belts.
When you stand at the radiator you'll see 3 belts. Counting from front to rear:
1. a/c belt
2. alternator belt
3. waterpump, powersteering pump.
Push down with your thumb in the center of the a/c belt(engine NOT running). If it deflects more than 1/4" it needs tightening or replacing. Look at all the belts closely. If they looked worn, cracks, or you can see "thread" showing through they need replacing. And since you have to remove 2 belts to get to the last one, I normally replace them all at once.
Look at the top of this page for drop down menu "more". Scroll down to 700/900. Even though you have a 200, lots of the info there applies. On that page, 3 dropdowns.
http://www.brickboard.com/FAQ/700-900/EngineSealsBeltsVent.htm#AccessoryBeltTighteningandMaintenance
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