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Deflection Method: Inspection

  1. Apply a force of 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf) and measure the deflection between the power steering pump pulley (A) and the crankshaft pulley (B).

    Deflection: 

    1. Used Belt:  13.0-16.5 mm (0.51-0.65")
    2. New Belt:  8.5-11.0 mm (0.33-0.43")
    Fig 1: Measuring The Deflection Between The Power Steering Pump Pulley & The Crankshaft Pulley
    G01463029Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. If you installed a new belt, run the engine for 5 minutes, then readjust the belt to the used belt specifications.

    Adjustment

  3. Loosen the power steering pump mounting nut (A) and bolt (B).
    Fig 2: Loosening The Power Steering Pump Mounting Nut & Bolt
    G01463030Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Turn the adjusting nut (C) to get the proper belt tension, then retighten the mounting nut and bolt.
  5. Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several times, then stop the engine and recheck the tension of the belt.