MAINTENANCE
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STARTER/GENERATOR BELT TENSION
Tool List Qty. Tool List Qty.
Belt Tension Gauge .....................................................1 Ratchet ................................................................... 1
Wrench, 13 mm ...........................................................1 Socket, 13 mm........................................................ 1
Wrench, 14 mm ...........................................................2 Socket, 15 mm........................................................ 1
Wrench, 15 mm ...........................................................1
The starter/generator belt tension should be checked after the first 15 - 20 hours and set to 75 - 80 lbs. (34 - 36 kg).
A loose belt can cause audible vibration and squeal.
Tighten a new starter/generator belt to 115 - 125 lbs. (52-
57 kg) tension when a gauge is applied half way between
the two pulleys.
Although not as accurate, a new belt may be depressed
with a finger. A maximum deflection of 3/8” (10 mm) is
acceptable.
An existing belt may be tightened 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 two pivot bolts (13) and nuts (14) on the starter/
generator. Using two 14 mm wrenches; hold the lower nut
(1f1) and loosen the upper nut (12) on the adjusting bolt.
Move the lower nut (11) up or down the adjustment bolt
until proper belt tension is achieved. Hold the lower nut
(11) in place and tighten the upper jam nut (12) against it.
Tighten the pivot bolts (13) and nuts (14). Torque the pivot
bolt nuts (14) and the jam nut (12) to 30 - 35 ft. lbs (40 - 48
Nm) torque.
NOTICE
3/8" (1 cm) Maximum
Deflection (New Belt)
1/2" (1.3 cm) Maximum
Deflection (Existing Belt)
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