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Drive Belt Adjustment

DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (1)

Application (2) Belt Tension
A/C Belt
New Belt 135-185 lbs. (61-84 kg)
Used Belt (3) 80-120 lbs. (36-54 kg)
P/S Belt
New Belt 100-150 lbs. (45-68 kg)
Used Belt (3) 60-100 lbs. (27-45 kg)
W/P & Alt. Belt
New Belt 140-180 lbs. (64-82 kg)
Used Belt (3) 110-150 lbs. (50-68 kg)
(1) Some models are checked by belt deflection, while others are checked using belt tension gauge.
(2) Belt tension checked with belt tension gauge.
(3) Belt operated for 5 minutes is considered used.