Honda 2001 Civic Manual page 239

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Drive Belts
P P O O W W E E R R S S T T E E E E R R I I N N G G B B E E L L
A A L L T T E E R R N N A A T T O O R R B B E E L L T T
Check the condition of the two drive
belts. Examine the edges of each
belt for cracks or fraying.
Check the tension of each belt by
pushing on it with your thumb
midway between the pulleys.
The belts should have the following
''play'' or deflection.
T T
Compressor belt
(On cars with A/C):
0.20 0.30 in (5.0 7.5 mm)
Alternator belt
(On cars without A/C):
0.22 0.31 in (5.5 8.0 mm)
Power steering belt:
0.35 0.49 in (9.0 12.5 mm)
If you see signs of wear or looseness,
have your dealer adjust or replace
the belts.
Drive Belts, Timing Belt
Timing Belt
The timing belt should normally be
replaced at the intervals shown in
the maintenance schedule.
Replace this belt at 60,000 miles (U.S.)
or 100,000 km (Canada) if you
regularly drive your car in one or
more of these conditions:
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C).
Maintenance
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