V90 L6-2.9L VIN 96 B6304S (1998)
Timing Belt With Tension Meter
3. Check belt tension.
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Wait 5 minutes after adjusting belt.
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Place gauge 998 8500 between exhaust camshaft drive pulley and water pump.
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Read gauge.
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If belt tension is correct, gauge should read between:
With 21mm Belt: 3.5 - 4.6 units
With 23mm Belt: 2.7 - 4.2 units
With 28mm Belt: 2.5 - 3.5 units
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If tension is incorrect, tensioner must be replaced.
Timing Belt With Tensioner
4. Removing timing belt.
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Remove tensioner upper mounting bolt.
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Undo lower mounting bolt.
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Twist tensioner to free plunger.
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Remove bolt.
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Remove tensioner.
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Remove belt.
NOTE: Do not turn crankshaft or camshaft while belt is removed.
