| Removal |
| 1. |
Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
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| 2. |
Loosen the mounting bolts (A) and then, turn the adjusting bolt (B)
clockwise in loose tension.
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| 3. |
Remove the drive belt (A).
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| Inspection |
| 1. |
Visually check the belt for excessive wear, frayed cords etc.
If any defect has been found, replace the drive belt.
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| 2. |
Measure the drive belt tension. if necessary, drive belt an adjust.
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| Adjustment |
| Belt tension measurement |
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Tension
New Belt :
961.0 - 980.7 N.m (98.0 - 100.0 kgf.m, 216.1 - 220.5 lb-ft)
Used Belt :
637.4 - 735.5 N.m (65.0 - 75.0 kgf.m, 143.3 - 165.3 lb-ft)
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| Using a mechanical tension gauge (BT-33-73F, BTG-2 type) |
| 1. |
While pressing the handle (A) of the gauge, insert the belt (B) between
pulley and pulley (or idler) into the gap between spindle (C) and hook
(D).
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| 2. |
After releasing the handle (A), read a value on the dial pointed by
the indicator (B).
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| Using a sonic tension meter (U-505/507 type) |
| 3. |
Input the belt specifications into the tension meter.
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| 4. |
Locate the micro phone (B) close to the center of belt span (A) and
bounce the belt by finger 2-3 times. Read a value on the display.
[With A/C]
[Without A/C]
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| If adjustment is necessary |
| 5. |
Loosen the mounting bolts (A).
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| 6. |
Tighten the adjusting bolt (B) clockwise in loose tension ; loosen the
bolt counterclockwise in high tension.
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| 7. |
Recheck tension of the belt.
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| 8. |
After adjusting tension, tighten the through bolts.
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| Installation |
| 1. |
Install the drive belt (A).
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| 2. |
Adjust tension by tightening the alternator tension adjust bolt (B)
and then install the mounting bilts (A).
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| 3. |
Connect the battery negative terminal.
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Components 1. Drive belt
Components 1. Idler
Instructions (R-134a) When Handling Refrigerant 1. R-134a liquid refrigerant is highly volatile. A drop on the skin of your hand could result in localized frostbite. When handling the refrigerant, be sure to wear gloves.
Replacement 1. Open the glove box. 2. Press both sides of the glove box (A) and take it out. 3. Remove the filter cover (A) by pressing the knob. 4.