To check the belt tension, apply 110 N (25 lb) of
force midway between the pulleys. A correctly
adjusted belt will deflect 13 to 19 mm
(0.50 to 0.75 inch).
Adjustment
Illustration 95 g00290209
Typical illustration: (1) Adjusting nuts. (2) Mounting
bolts.
1. Loosen mounting bolts (2) and adjusting bolt (1).
2. Move the alternator in order to increase or
decrease the belt tension.
3. Tighten adjusting bolt (1). Tighten mounting bolts
(2). Refer to the Service Manual for the proper
torques.
If new belts are installed, check the belt tension again
after 20 hours of engine operation.
Replacement
Refer to the Service Manual for more information on
the procedures for the following topics: belt removal
and belt installation procedure.
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Battery - Replace
SMCS Code: 1401-510
Batteries give off combustible gases which can
explode. A spark can cause the combustible
gases to ignite. This can result in severe personal
injury or death.
Ensure proper ventilation for batteries that are in
an enclosure. Follow the proper procedures in or-
der to help prevent electrical arcs and/or sparks
near batteries. Do not smoke when batteries are
serviced.
The battery cables or the batteries should not be
removed with the battery cover in place. The bat-
tery cover should be removed before any servic-
ing is attempted.
Removing the battery cables or the batteries with
the cover in place may cause a battery explosion
resulting in personal injury.
Note: Always recycle a battery. Never discard a
battery. Return used batteries to an appropriate
recycling facility.
1. Turn the key start switch to the OFF position.
Remove the key and all electrical loads.
2. Turn OFF the battery charger. Disconnect the
charger.
3. The NEGATIVE “-” cable connects the NEGATIVE
“-” battery terminal to the ground plane.
Disconnect the cable from the NEGATIVE “-”
battery terminal.
4. The POSITIVE “+” cable connects the POSITIVE
“+” battery terminal to the starting motor.
Disconnect the cable from the POSITIVE “+”
battery terminal.
5. Remove the used battery.
6. Install the new battery.
Note: Before the cables are connected, ensure that
the key start switch is OFF.
7. Connect the cable from the starting motor to the
POSITIVE “+” battery terminal.
8. Connect the cable from the ground plane to the
NEGATIVE “-” battery terminal.
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Battery Electrolyte Level -
Check
SMCS Code: 1401-535
When the engine has not run for long or short periods
of time, the batteries may not fully recharge. Ensure a
full charge in order to help prevent the battery from
freezing.
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Maintenance Section
Battery - Replace
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