Contents: Adjusting the alternator belt tension ⤓ Generator axle bolt and unit…⤓ Adjusting the alternator belt tension ⤓ Belt tension adjustment diagram by…⤓ Adjusting the belt tension by…⤓ Generator belt tension adjustment…⤓ Belt tension adjustment bolt for…⤓ Drive belt adjustment locations ⤓ Adjustment ⤓ Removal and installation ⤓ Toothed belt ⤓
To check the condition of the belt, turn the engine with the starter, looking at the belt along its entire length. If any defects or signs of wear are found, replace the belt.
To check the belt tension, press on the belt midway between the pulleys and check the depth of belt deflection. Measure the belt deflection, which should be 6–10 mm at a force of 9 kgf.
Adjusting the alternator belt tension
1. Coolant pump pulley
2. Generator pulley
3. Crankshaft pulley
Generator axle bolt and unit mounting bolt in bracket slot
Left – generator axle bolt
On the right is the bolt that secures the unit in the slot of the bracket
Adjusting the alternator belt tension
Belt tension adjustment diagram by moving the tensioner roller
1. Adjusting nut
2. Roller axle lock nut
Adjusting the belt tension by turning the adjusting washer
Generator belt tension adjustment diagram by moving the bolt by rotating it
Belt tension adjustment bolt for most vehicles
1. Tensioner; 2. Tension; 3. Bolt; 4. Weakening; 5. Nut
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Drive belt adjustment locations
1. Generator pulley; 2, 5. Tensioner; 3. Generator pulley; 4. Crankshaft pulley
Adjustment
1. If it is necessary to adjust the tension of the alternator belt or power steering pump, loosen the unit axle bolt.
2. Then the bolt securing the unit into the slot of the bracket.
3. Move the unit by pulling (or letting go) belt and tighten the bolts in reverse order.
4. On later models, the belt tension is adjusted by moving the tensioner roller by turning the guide pin nut while the roller axle lock nut is loosened.
Removal and installation
To remove the belt, follow the same steps as for adjustment, only move the pulley away (or unit) so that the belt can be removed and a new one put on. Do not apply the belt using excessive force. First make sure that the belt is completely compatible with the one removed.
Toothed belt
Check the integrity of the belt, absence of traces of oil and liquid. The belt is changed every 96,000 km. For removal instructions, see the subsection 3.4.29.1, subsection 3.4.29.2, subsection 3.4.29.3.