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Serpentine Belt Adjustment Specifications

BELT ADJUSTMENT (1)

Application (2) Tension
Serpentine Belt (3)
3.1L (VIN T)
Except Camaro & Firebird 50-70 (23.0-32.0)
Camaro & Firebird
With A/C 103-127 (47.0-58.0)
Without A/C 116-142 (53.0-65.00)
3.1L (VIN V) 50-70 (23.0-32.0)
3.3L (VIN N) 67 (30.4)
3.8L (VIN C & L) 67 (30.4)
(1) Tension in Lbs. (kg) Using Belt Tension Gauge
(2) Tensions are for new belts only.
(3) Engines equipped with serpentine belts have automatic tensioner. If tension reading is not as specified, check belt if within operating length or check tensioner's operating range. Replace as necessary.