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Drive Belt Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Suzuki XL-7, 2003 Suzuki Vitara, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara, and 2003 Suzuki Aerio. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
BELT ADJUSTMENT (NEW BELT)

Application (1) Deflection In. (mm)
Aerio
A/C Compressor, Generator, P/S & Water Pump (Serpentine) (2)
Grand Vitara & XL-7
A/C Compressor & P/S Pump .16-.28 (4-7)
Generator & Water Pump .28-.35 (7-9)
Vitara
A/C Compressor, Generator & P/S Pump (Serpentine) (2)
Water Pump .16-.20 (4.0-5.0)
(1) Deflection is checked with 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied midway on longest belt run.
(2) Automatic spring tensioner is used.