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Alfa Romeo 155 Factory Service Manual (1992-1998)02 · Vehicle characteristics and maintenance
02 · Maintenance

Auxiliary unit belts

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
155 Factory Service Manual
Year
1992–1998
Section
Auxiliary unit belts › Auxiliary unit belts
Vehicle characteristics and maintenanceAuxiliary unit belts

AUXILIARY UNIT BELTS

Engine with the auxiliary unit belts and pulleys, parts numbered 1 to 8
  1. Water pump-alternator drive belt
  2. Air conditioning compressor drive belt
  3. Power steering pump drive belt
  4. Alternator
  5. Engine pulley
  6. Air conditioning compressor
  7. Power steering pump
  8. Water pump

NOTE: When checking the tensioning of the belt, visually check its condition ensuring that it shows no signs of:

  • cuts
  • cracks
  • superficial wearing of the material (which appears smooth and shiny)
  • dry or hardened parts (loss of adherence).

If any of these conditions is found, replace the belt.

CAUTION: If the belt comes into contact with oil or solvent the elasticity of the belt may be affected which will reduce its adherence.

WATER PUMP - ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT

Checking and tensioning

  1. Remove the front cover from the timing belt.
Engine compartment showing water pump and alternator with tool N° 1.824.018.000 (C.2.0131) for measuring belt tension
  1. Working in the engine compartment, measure the tension on the belt using tool N° 1.824.018.000 (C.2.0131), as shown in the illustration.
Tool N° 1.824.018.000 (C.2.0131) for measuring belt tension
Engine timing belt and pulleys with tool N° 1.824.018.000 (C.2.0131) shown applying pressure to the belt

Parts & tools for this job For 1992 Alfa Romeo 155

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