the belt that connects the alternator and waterpump keeps breaking. what are the specifications to replace this again ie. tension of belt possibly.
Jul 12, 2009 at 4:55 PM
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ALTERNATOR Loosen alternator bolts and adjust belt deflection by turning adjusting bolt. See Fig. 1 or Fig. 2 . Adjust tension. See Fig. 8 or Fig. 12 . See ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS . Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Check pulleys for binding by spinning them, a bearing or burr on the pulley should be fixed!