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Drive Belt Tension

Using a belt tension gauge, measure drive belt tension midway on longest belt run. See GENERATOR DRIVE BELT TENSION  table. Adjust drive belt as necessary.

GENERATOR DRIVE BELT TENSION

Application Lbs. (Kg.)
Optima & Magentis (Canadian)
New Belt 121-143 (55-65)
Used Belt 77-99 (35-45)
Rio, Sephia, Spectra & Sportage
New Belt 86-103 (39-47)
Used Belt 68-86 (31-39)