A/C COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT TENSION CHECK


note
  • An elastic stretch-type belt is used for the A/C compressor drive belt, therefore, the tension adjustment is not necessary.
  • Perform the A/C compressor drive belt tension check according to the following procedures.

<When the tension is measured>

1.
caution
  • When measuring the tension, make sure that the engine is cold.
  • Measure the tension after turning the crankshaft clockwise one turn or more.
Use a belt tension gauge in the middle of the A/C compressor drive belt between the pulleys shown in the figure (at the place indicated by the arrow) to check that the drive belt tension is within the standard value.
Standard value (Reference): 190 - 908 N
2.If not within the standard value, replace the A/C compressor drive belt (Refer to ).

<When the deflection is measured>

1.
caution
  • When measuring the deflection, make sure that the engine is cold.
  • Measure the deflection after turning the crankshaft clockwise one turn or more.
Apply approximately 100 N of force to the middle of the A/C compressor drive belt between the pulleys (at the place indicated by the arrow) and check that the amount of deflection is within the standard value.
Standard value (Reference): 16.2 mm or less
2.If not within the standard value, replace the A/C compressor drive belt (Refer to ).