Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection
V-beltINSPECTION
1. Replace the belts, if crack, fraying or wear is found.
2. Remove the V-belt cover and reservoir tank. (with belt tension gauge)
3. Check the V-belt tension and adjust it if necessary by changing the generator installing position or idler pulley installing position. Belt tension (with belt tension gauge):
(A)
When installing new parts: 618 - 755 N (63 - 77 kgf, 139 - 170 lb)
At inspection 490 - 640 N (50.0 - 65.3 kgf, 110.2 - 143.9 1b)
(B)
When installing new parts: 740 - 880 N (75.5 - 89.7 kgf, 166 - 198 lb)
At inspection 350 - 450 N (35.7 - 45.9 kgf, 78.7 - 101.2 1b)