CL L4-2254cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1998)
Drive Belt: Specifications
Drive Belt Deflection
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
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 (88 - 121 ft. lbs.)
With New Belt ............................................................................................................................................................ 740 - 880 N (165 - 198 ft. lbs.)
[1] With 98 N (22 ft. lbs.) between pulleys.
[2] Measured with belt tension gauge.