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Drive Belt Tension Adjustment

Generator Drive Belt Tension Adjustment
1. Remove the under cover side panel (R.H.).
2. Loosen the generator pivot nut.





3. Loosen the lock nut.
4. Turn the adjusting screw to adjust the belt tension or deflection to the standard value.





Standard value:

NOTE: When installing a new belt, apply 310 N (70 lbs.) of tension for 5 minutes or more, and then apply the final tension.

5. Tighten the generator pivot nut.
Tightening torque: 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.)
6. Tighten the lock nut.
Tightening torque: 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.)
7. Install the under cover side panel (R.H.).