Drive Belt, Power Steering

Checking And Adjusting Tightness Of Power Steering Pump Drive Belt

Checking

Check tightness by applying thumb pressure on belt at point midway between two pulleys. Deflection: approx. 5 mm.





Adjusting

1. Remove splash shield.

2. Loosen upper mounting bolt or nut slightly.





3. Loosen bolts of pressure rod slightly.

Unscrew lock nuts of pressure rod and turn rod accordingly until correct belt tightness is reached.





4. Tighten mounting bolts and nuts after finishing adjustment.