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Power Steering Belt

Power Steering Belt Tension and Deflection
Deflection
Adjust belt to proper deflection and tighten mounting bolts.
New
A belt that has been on a running engine for less than five minutes
0.24 To 0.27
Used 0.28 To 0.31
Limit 0.35
Tension
When checking drive belt tension, install belt and adjust to proper specification using a tension gauge.
New
A belt that has been on a running engine for less than five minutes
130 to 150
Used 88 To 120
Limit 77