Odyssey EX L4-2253cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1998)
Drive Belt: Specifications
Power Steering
NOTE: When using a new belt, adjust deflection or tension to new values. Run the engine for 5 minutes then turn it off. readjust deflection or tension to
used belt values.
DEFLECTION [1]
With Used Belt .............................................................................................................................................................. 13.0 - 16.0 mm (0.51 - 0.63 inch)
With New Belt .............................................................................................................................................................. 11.0 - 12.5 mm (0.43 - 0.49 inch)
BELT TENSION [2]
With Used Belt ................................................................................................................................................ 390 - 540 N (40 - 55 kgf, 88 - 120 ft. lbs.)
With New Belt ............................................................................................................................................... 740 - 880 N (75 - 90 kgf, 170 - 200 ft. lbs.)
[1] With 98 N (10 kgf, 22 ft. lbs.) between pulleys.
[2] Measured with belt tension gauge.