Accent L L4-1495cc 1.5L SOHC MFI (2001)
Do not let the dial section of the tension gauge contact other objects during measurement.
TYPE B TENSION GAUGE
1. When measuring, turn the reset button in the direction of the arrow and set the gauge needle to the RESET position.
2. If the tension gauge is removed from the belt, the needle will still indicate the tension. Read the tension value after removing the gauge.
ADJUSTING THE ALTERNATOR BELT
CAUTION: If the belt is too loose, it will cause noise or sudden wear. If the belt is too tight, the engine coolant pump bearing or the alternator can
get damaged.
1. Loosen the alternator nut "A" and the tension adjuster lock bolt "B".
2. Using the tension adjuster bolt, adjust the belt tension to the specification.
3. Tighten the adjuster lock bolt "B".
4. Tighten the alternator nut "A".
5. Check the tension or the deflection of belt, readjust if necessary.
Tightening torque
Alternator support bolt and nut: 20 - 25 Nm (200 - 250 kg.cm, 14 - 18 ft. lbs.)
Alternator lock bolt B: 12 - 15 Nm (120 - 150 kg.cm, 9 - 11 ft. lbs.)
Alternator brace mounting bolt: 20 - 27 Nm (200 - 270 kg.cm, 15 - 20 ft. lbs.)
