Range Rover (LH) V8-3.5L (1987)
Drive Belt: Adjustments
Water Pump
WARNING: Disconnect the battery negative terminal to prevent the engine being started before removing or adjusting drive belts.
WATER PUMP DRIVE BELT
Adjust
Water Pump Drive Belt
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Loosen the idler pulley pivot bolt.
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Adjust the fan belt using the idler pulley to give 4-6 mm (0.19-0.25 in.) free movement when checked midway between the fan and crankshaft
pulleys by hand.
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Tighten the idler pulley pivot bolt and recheck the adjustment.
NOTE: Re-check the belt adjustment after approximately 1500 km (1,000 miles) running when a new belt has been fitted.