Drive Belts - Volvo 240 1991 Owner's Manual

Volvo 1991 240 Model

Drive belts

The belt tension can be checked by depressing the fan belt at a point midway between the alternator and
fan pulleys as illustrated. It should be possible to press down the belt about 1/4" - 3/8" (5-10 mm). This
also applies to other drive belts on the engine.
If drive belts are replaced, recheck belt tension after driving 600 - 1,200 miles (1,000 - 2,000 km).
WARNING!
The engine must be NOT be running when belt tension is
checked.
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