Suzuki 2000 Grand Vitara SQ416, Service Manual

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YH4
GRAND
VITARA
ENGINE COOLING 6B-9
1. 10 kg (22 lbs)
2. Adjusting bolt
3. Pivot bolt
“a”: Belt tension
[G16 engine]
[H25 engine]
COOLING FAN BELT TENSION CHECK AND
ADJUSTMENT
WARNING:
Disconnect negative cable at battery before checking and
adjusting belt tension.
For G16 and H25 engines
1) Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanliness.
If so, replace belt.
2) Check belt for tension. Belt is in proper tension when it deflects
6 to 8 mm (0.24 – 0.32 in.) under thumb pressure (about 10 kg
or 22 lbs).
Cooling fan belt tension “a” (as deflection / 10 kg (22 lbs))
For G16 engine:
6 – 8 mm (0.24 – 0.32 in.)
For H25 engine:
9 – 11 mm (0.35 – 0.43 in.)
NOTE:
When replacing belt with a new one, adjust belt tension to
5 – 7 mm (0.20 – 0.27 in.) (G16 engine) or 7 – 9 mm (0.27 –
0.35 in.) (H25 engine).
3) If belt is too tight or too loose, adjust it to proper tension by dis-
placing generator position.
4) Tighten generator adjusting bolt and pivot bolt.
5) Connect negative (–) cable at battery.