Honda 2000 Civic Hatchback, Owner'S Manual

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Drive Belts, Timing Belt
Drive Belts
POWER STEERING
BELT
ALTERNATOR
BELT
COMPRESSOR BELT
Check the condition of the two or
three drive belts. Examine the edges
of each belt for cracks or fraying.
Check the tension of each belt by
pushing on it with your thumb
midway between the pulleys.
The belts should have the following
"play" or deflection.
Alternator belt:
0.31 — 0.41 in (8.0 — 10.5 mm)
On cars with Power Steering
Power steering belt:
0.41 — 0.55 in (10.5 — 14.0 mm)
On cars with Air Conditioning System
Compressor belt:
0.30 — 0.37 in (7.5 — 9.5 mm)
If you see signs of wear or looseness,
have your dealer adjust or replace
the belts.
Timing Belt
The timing belt should normally be
replaced at the intervals shown in
the maintenance schedule.
Replace this belt at 60,000 miles (U.S.)
or 100,000 km (Canada) if you
regularly drive your car in one or
more of these conditions:
In very high temperatures
(over110°F,43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under—20°F,—29°C).
Maintenance