Power Steering

Belt Deflection:

DEFLECTION
1. Apply a force of 22 lbs (10 kg, 100 N) and measure the deflection between the alternator and crankshaft pulley.
Compressor Belt Deflection:
Used Belt: 0.39 - 0.47 in (10.0 - 12.0 mm)
New Belt: 0.18 - 0.28 in (4.5 - 7.0 mm)

P/S Pump Belt Deflection:
Used Belt: 0.53 - 0.65 in (13.5 - 16.5 mm)
New Belt: 0.37 - 0.45 in (9.5 - 11.5 mm)


NOTE:
^ If there are cracks or any damage evident on the belt, replace it with a new one.
^ "Used belt" means a belt which has been used for five minutes or more.
^ "New belt" means a belt which has been used for less than five minutes.

2. Loosen the through bolt and alternator nut.
3. Turn the adjusting bolt to obtain the proper belt tension, then retighten the adjustment locknut and through bolt.
4. Recheck the deflection of the belt.

Belt Tension Adjustment:

TENSION
1. Measure with Belt Tension Gauge: Attach the belt tension gauge to the belt and measure the tension of the belt.

Compressor Belt Tension:
Used Belt: 99 - 132 lbs (45 - 60 kg, 450 - 600 N)
New Belt: 209 - 254 lbs (95 - 115kg, 950 - 1150 N)

P/S Belt Tension:
Used Belt: 77 - 110 lbs (35 - 50 kg, 350 - 500 N)
New Belt: 154 - 198 lbs (70 - 90 kg, 700 - 900 N)

NOTE:
- If there are cracks or any damage evident on the belt, replace it with a new one.
- See the instructions for the tension gauge.

2. Loosen the through bolt and alternator nut.
3. Turn the adjusting bolt to obtain the proper belt tension, then retighten the adjustment locknut and through bolt.
4. Recheck the deflection of the belt.