Accessory belt tensioners HDI Xantia

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charentejohn
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Accessory belt tensioners HDI Xantia

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Just replacing an alternator and so have the accessory belt off. I did find some comments here about the tensioners but would like to know how much play, if any, is acceptable. Car has done about 120k miles.

Lower, manual adjustment one, spins freely and silently but can be moved slightly 'corner to corner' so some play there. Top spring loaded one about the same.
No crunching just slight play, should this be okay for a while as I would like the car back on the road and don't want to wait for more parts to arrive - unless necessary that is.
Generally feels ok to me but no idea what is acceptable.
Is it possible to grease them ? I have a can of spray grease but they look well sealed.
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