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Belt Tension

BELT DEFLECTION SPECIFICATIONS

Application

⁽¹⁾ Belt Deflection In. (mm)

A/C & Generator/Water Pump Belt

⁽²⁾

Cooling Fan Belt

New Belt

.16-.20 (4.0-5.0)

Used Belt

.20-.27 (5.0-7.0)

⁽¹⁾	Belt deflection is measured with 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied on belt at mid position on longest belt area between pulleys.

⁽²⁾	Automatic belt tensioner is used. No belt tension adjustment is required.