8-7. Checking And Replacing Alternator Belt
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3
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1/2 in | 1 |
(13 mm) |
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Max |
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2
Tools Needed:
1/2, 11/16 in
YStop engine.
To check belt tension:
Remove rear panel.
1Alternator
2Crank Pulley
3Alternator Pulley
Place straight edge along top of pul- leys. Pull down belt as far as it will go, then measure distance from belt to straight edge.
If measurement is less than 1/2 in (13 mm), belt is okay. If not okay, adjust belt tension.
To adjust belt tension:
4Hex Nuts (2)
5Alternator Bracket
Loosen nuts. Pivot alternator until belt is tight. Tighten nuts. Recheck tightness of belt. Readjust if necessary.
Replace belt if damaged or cracked.
To replace belt:
Loosen hex nuts and pivot alterna- tor clockwise. Remove belt.
Install new belt, pivot alternator until belt is tight, and tighten nuts. Re- check tightness of belt after running engine 15 minutes.
Reinstall rear panel.
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