2002 Honda Civic power steering belt

2002 HONDA CIVIC
116,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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X-RAY-CAT
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what procedures do i take in replacing my power steering belt? how do i check to make sure it has the proper tension?
Oct 22, 2009 at 9:59 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi x-ray-cat, To be accurate, you would need a special tool to measure the tension. BELT TENSION GAUGE METHOD Inspection 1 . Remove the P/S reservoir from the bracket, and set it aside. 2 . Attach the belt tension gauge to the belt, and measure the tension of the belt. Follow the gauge manufacturer's instructions. If the belt is worn or damaged, replace it.


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NOTE: Remove the belt tension gauge carefully to avoid hitting the gauge reset lever. Tension: Used Belt: 390 - 540 N (40 - 55 kgf, 88 - 121 lbf) New Belt: 740 - 880 N (75 - 90 kgf, 165 - 198 lbf) If you installed a new belt, run the engine for 5 minutes, then readjust the belt to the used belt specification. Adjustment Loosen the power steering pump mounting nut (A) and pump locknut (B). 4 .


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5 . Turn the adjusting bolt (C) to get the proper belt tension, then retighten the mounting nut and locknut. 6 . Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several times, then stop the engine and recheck the tension of the belt. DEFLECTION METHOD Inspection 1 . Apply a force of 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf) and measure the deflection between the power steering pump pulley (A) and the crankshaft pulley (B). If the belt is worn or damaged, replace it. 1 . Deflection: Used Belt: 13.0 - 16.5 mm (0.51 -0.65 in. New Belt: 9.0 - 11.0 mm (0.35 -0.43 in.)


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2 . If you installed a new belt, run the engine for 5 minutes, then readjust the belt to the used belt specification. Adjustment 3 . Loosen the power steering pump mounting nut (A) and pump locknut (B). 4 . Turn the adjusting bolt (C) to get the proper belt tension, then retighten the mounting nut and locknut. 5 . Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several times, then stop the engine and recheck the tension of the belt.
Oct 22, 2009 at 2:13 PM
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