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Drive Belt

NOTE: When using a new belt, adjust deflection or tension to new values. Run the engine for 5 minutes then turn it off. readjust deflection or tension to used belt values.

DEFLECTION [1]
With Used Belt 13.0 - 16.0 mm (0.51 - 0.63 inch)
With New Belt 8.5 - 11.0 mm (0.33 - 0.43 inch)

BELT TENSION [2]
With Used Belt 390 - 540 N (40 - 55 kgf, 88 - 120 ft. lbs.)
With New Belt 740 - 880 N (75 - 90 kgf, 170 - 200 ft. lbs.)

[1] With 98 N (10 kgf, 22 ft. lbs.) between pulleys.
[2] Measured with belt tension gauge.