
Maintenance
Alternator Belt
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Maintenance
See Figure 2-3.
5.
Turn the belt tension adjustment nut clockwise to tighten the belt, counterclockwise to
loosen the belt. Adjust the bolt until the proper belt tension is achieved.
CAUTION!
Do not overtighten the alternator belt. Damage
to the alternator will occur.
6.
After the alternator belt has been tensioned, tighten the adjustment bolt jam nut. Tighten
the upper and lower pivots and replace the belt covers.
FIG. 2-3
Lower Alternator
Mounting Bolt
Belt Tension
Adjustment Bolt
with Nut