Drive Belt Auto-Tensioner Inspection - Honda Civic 2002-2003 Service Manual

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Drive Belt Auto-tensioner Inspection
1. Check whether there is a change in the position of
the auto-tensioner indicator before starting the
engine and after starting the engine. If there is a
change in the position, replace the auto-tensioner.
2. Check for abnormal noise from the tensioner pulley.
If abnormal noise is heard, replace the tensioner
pulley.
3. Remove the drive belt Isee page 4-261.
4. Move the auto-tensioner within its limit with the
belt tension release tool in the direction shown.
Check that the tensioner moves smoothly and
without any abnormal noise. If the tensioner does
not move smoothly or there is abnormal noise,
replace the auto-tensioner.
5. Remove the auto-tensioner Isee page 4-281.
6. Install the tensioner pulley.
7. Clamp the auto-tensioner IAI by using two 8 mm
bolts (8) and a vise IC) as shown. Do not clamp the
auto-tensioner itself.
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8. Set the torque wrench ID) on the pulley bolt.
9. Align the indicator IE) on the tensioner base with
center mark (F) on the tensioner arm
by
using the
torque wrench, and measure the torque. If the
torque value is out of specification, replace the
auto-tensioner.
NOTE: If the indicator exceeds the center mark,
recheck the torque.
Auto-tensioner spring torque:
26.5-36.3 N·m 12.7-3.7 kg.m, 19.5-26.8Ibf·ft)
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