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MAINTENANCE
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
Owner’s Guide
Tighten a
new
starter/generator belt to 110 - 130 lbs. (50 - 59 kg) ten-
sion when a gauge is applied half way between the two pulleys.
A
new
belt may be checked manually. A maximum deflection of
3/8" (10 mm) is acceptable. Tighten an
existing
belt to 75 - 80
lbs. (34 - 36 kg) tension using the same technique and inspect
for cracking or wear. A maximum deflection of 1/2" (13 mm) is
acceptable.
Adjusting the Belt
Loosen the starter/generator pivot bolt. While holding the lower
adjusting nut with a wrench, loosen the upper jam nut with another
wrench. Move the lower nut up or down the adjustment bolt until
proper belt tension is achieved. Hold the lower nut in place and
tighten the upper jam nut against it.
Tighten the starter/generator pivot bolt.
Battery Cleaning
To decrease the risk of damage to vehicle or floor, neutralize acid before you spray the battery with water.
To decrease the risk of damage to the electrical components while cleaning, do not use a pressure washer.
Clean the battery according to the Periodic Service Schedule.
When you clean the battery cases and terminals, do not use a water hose without neutralizing any acid deposits first. The
water hose moves the acid from the top of the battery to another area of the vehicle or storage facility, where it can cause
damage. After spraying the battery, a conductive residue remains on the battery and contributes to the discharge of the
battery
3/8" (1 cm) Maximum
Deflection (New Belt)
1/2" (1.3 cm) Maximum
Deflection (Existing Belt)