Drive Belt Deflection

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

NOTE: When using a new belt, adjust deflection or tension to new values. Run the engine for 5 minutes then turn it off. Readjust deflection or tension to used belt values.

Deflection [1]:
With Used Belt 13.0 - 16.0 mm (0.51 - 0.63 inch)
With New Belt 11.0 - 12.5 mm (0.43 - 0.49 inch)
Belt Tension [2]:
With Used Belt 390 - 540 N (88 - 121 ft. lbs.)
With New Belt 740 - 880 N (165 - 198 ft. lbs.)

[1] With 98 N (22 ft. lbs.) between pulleys.
[2] Measured with belt tension gauge.