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Drive Belt

Drive Belt Tension and Deflection
Deflection Method Tension Gauge Method
A/C Compressor Belt (New) 4.5 - 6.5 Millimeter (mm)740 - 880 Newton (N)
A/C Compressor Belt (Used) 6.0 - 9.5 Millimeter (mm)390 - 450 Newton (N)
Alternator Belt (New) 5.0 - 7.0 Millimeter (mm)690 - 880 Newton (N)
Alternator Belts (Used) 7.0 - 10.5 Millimeter (mm)340 - 490 Newton (N)