Drive Belt Adjustment

1991 Honda Accord DX, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Drive Belt Adjustment
BELT ADJUSTMENT

Application (1) Deflection - In. (mm)
Alternator
Accord & Prelude 25/64-31/64 (10-12)
Civic & CRX 23/64-27/64 (9-11)
A/C Compressor
Accord & Prelude 25/64-31/64 (10-12)
Civic & CRX 23/64-27/64 (9-11)
Power Steering
Accord & Prelude 35/64-43/64 (14-17)
Civic & CRX 25/64-31/64 (10-12)
(1) Deflection is with 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied midway on longest belt run.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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