PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICES > V-belt

INSPECTION

NOTE:

Because the rear belt is a stretch type belt, tension adjustment is unnecessary.

1. PROCEDURE (WITHOUT BELT TENSION GAUGE)

1. Replace the belts if cracks, fraying or wear are found.

2. Check the V-belt tension and adjust it if necessary by changing the generator installing position or idler pulley installing position.

Belt tension

When installing new one: 7 — 9 mm (0.276 — 0.354 in)

At inspection: 9 — 11 mm (0.354 — 0.433 in)

C/P

Crank pulley

GEN

Generator

P/S

Power steering oil pump pulley

A/C

A/C compressor pulley

2. PROCEDURE (WITH BELT TENSION GAUGE)

1. Replace the belts if cracks, fraying or wear are found.

2. Remove the V-belt covers and radiator reservoir tank.

3. Check the belt tension, using the belt tension gauge. Adjust the tension, if necessary by changing the generator installing position or idler pulley installing position.

Belt tension

When installing new parts:

640 — 780 N (65.3 — 79.5 kgf, 144 — 175 lbf)

At inspection:

490 — 640 N (50 — 65 kgf, 110 — 144 lbf)

C/P

Crank pulley

GEN

Generator

P/S

Power steering oil pump pulley

A/C

A/C compressor pulley