Drive Belt: Adjustments

A/C Compressor V-belt (4 Cylinder):

V-belt is properly tensioned when it can be pushed in approximately 5mm (5/16 in.) at the center.

The V-belt tension is adjusted by adding or removing shims between the crankshaft pulley halves.

Store unused shims on the front half of crankshaft pulley between pulley and tightening bolts.

NOTE: When adjusting V-belt, tighten crankshaft pulley bolts alternately while turning crankshaft. Torque to 22 Nm (16.2 ft lb).