Mitsubishi 6M70 Workshop Manual page 245

• Place at a central portion between pulleys of the V-belt and
push the handle (indicated by the arrow in the illustration) until
indicated by arrow touches the O-ring.
• Measure the amount of deflection of the V-belt.
• If the measurement deviates from the standard value, adjust as
follows.
Adjustment of belt
(1) Belt for alternator
• Loosen the alternator mounting nuts (2 locations) and adjust the
tension of the belt with the adjusting bolt.
• When the adjustment is completed, tighten the bolts and nuts
securely.
CAUTION
• Excessive tension in belts may damage the belts and relat-
ed bearings.
(2) Belts for air conditioner
• Loosen the cooler compressor mounting bolts (4 places) and ad-
just the tension of the belt with the adjusting bolt.
• When the adjustment is completed, tighten the bolts securely.
CAUTION
• Excessive tension in belts may damage the belts and relat-
ed bearings.
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