Tension Adjustment

Raise and support vehicle. Remove engine splash shield. Install suitable tension gauge. Loosen generator-to-bracket mounting bolts. Tighten adjusting bolt while observing tension gauge. See DRIVE BELT TENSION SPECIFICATIONS table. Tighten all fasteners.

DRIVE BELT TENSION SPECIFICATIONS

Application

Tension Lbs. (kg)

New Belt

151-170 (68-77)

Used Belt ⁽¹⁾

125-144 (57-65)

⁽¹⁾	Belt is considered used if it has been used on a running engine for more than 5 minutes.