Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Drive Belt: Adjustments

Belt Deflection Measurement:





Belt Tension Measurement:





1. Loosen the idler pulley center nut and adjusting bolt.
2. Adjust the A/C compressor belt tension by turning the adjusting bolt.





3. Tighten the idler pulley center nut, then tighten the adjusting bolt securely.
- "New belt" refers to a belt which has been used less than five minutes on a running engine.
- "Used belt" refers to a belt which has been used on a running engine for five minutes or more.

NOTE: Check for belt damage. If necessary, replace the A/C compressor belt.