Belt Tension
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Subaru Impreza and 2000 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Measure belt deflection at longest belt run. Adjust belt as necessary. See BELT ADJUSTMENT table. Tighten adjuster lock nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
BELT ADJUSTMENT
| Application | (1) Deflection - In. (mm) | ||
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| New Belt | .28-.35 (7-9) | ||
| Used Belt | .35-.43 (9-11) | ||
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