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Drive Belt

Component Deflection Tension
inch(1) lbs


Alternator .28-.34 -
Power Steering (2) .295-.354 143-187
Power Steering (3) .217-.236 165-176
A/C Compressor .217-.236 165-176

(1) Applying a force of 22 lbs. at a center point between the longest distance between pulleys.
(2) Models with A/C
(3) Models less A/C