Honda 1997 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual page 150

Drive Belts
POWER STEERING ALTERNATOR
BELT
BELT
COMPRESSOR BELT
Check the condition of the two or
three 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 bells should have the following
"play" or deflection.
Alternator belt:
8.0-10.5 mm (0.31-0.41 in)
Power steering belt:
10.5-14.0 mm (0.41-0.55 in)
On cars with Air Conditioning
Compressor belt:
7.5-9.5 mm (0.30 0.37 in)
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 regu-
larly 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