Drive Belt: Service and Repair

INSPECTION

GASOLINE (a1.6 Engine)
1. Compressor shall be operated once or twice a month even in seasons air conditioning is not required, and compressor belt tension shall be adjusted from time to time.
2. Apply a force of 98N (10kgf, 22lbf), and measure the deflection at the mid point (A) between the air condition compressor and crankshaft pulley.










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.

ADJUSTMENT

1. Loosen the tension mounting bolt (B).
2. Turn the adjusting bolt (C) to obtain the proper belt tension, and then retighten the mounting bolt (B).
3. Recheck the deflection of the A/C compressor belt.