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Service Intervals & Specifications

DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT

Application (1) DeflectionIn. (mm)
All Models Except Vanagon
Alternator
New (2) 5/64 (2)
Old 13/64 (5)
A/C Compressor
New 3/8 (10)
Old 3/8 (10)
Power Steering
New 5/64 (2)
Old 13/64 (5)
Vanagon
Alternator 3/8-9/16 (10-15)
A/C Compressor 3/8 (10)
(1) Deflection is with 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied midway on longest belt run.
(2) 3/8" (10 mm) on models with A/C.
REPLACEMENT INTERVALS

Component Miles
Air Filter 30,000
Coolant 30,000
Fuel Filter (1) 15,000
Oil & Filter 7500
Spark Plugs 30,000
(1) Discard mini-fuel filter at 1000-mile maintenance interval. Install new copper gaskets.