Maintenance
Engine maintenance 9.13
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9.13
Engine maintenance
9.13.1
Checking the belts
NOTICE
Cracked and stretched belts cause engine damage!
► Service the belts according to the maintenance intervals in this oper-
ator’s manual.
► Observe the operator’s manual of the engine.
► Have the belts only replaced by an authorized service center.
Preparation for maintenance In the engine compartment
1. Park the vehicle on a stable, level and dry surface.
2. Secure the vehicle with the parking brake.
3. Retract the loader unit and lower it to the ground.
4. Switch off the ignition and remove the starting key.
5. Let the engine cool down.
6. Open the engine cover.
Fig.205: Checking V-belt tension
Checking the belts
Press with your thumb to check whether the V-belt can be deflected
between the pulleys by no more than about 10mm. Check the belt for
cracks and the like at the same time. If cracks are visible, have the belts
replaced by an authorized service center.
Fig.206: Tensioning the V-belt
Tensioning the belt
1. Loosen fastening screws 2 of the alternator and set screw 1.
2. Apply pressure to the alternator with a suitable tool until reaching
the correct V-belt tension.
3. Hold the alternator in this position and tighten bolts 1 and 2.
ð The V-belt is now tensioned.
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