Checking and tensioning

Checking and tensioning

• Unscrew the air filter screws and tip it over without disconnecting the latter from the sleeves.

1. Proceed as indicated in the figure, measure the tension of the belt using tool N° 1.824.018.000 (C.2.0131).

• Check that the tensioning values, measured using a suitable tool, fall within the prescribed limits.

NOTA: The belt can be re-tensioned after a short running in period, operating as follows: - bring the engine to a normal operating temperature; - turn the engine over for approx.10 minutes; - turn off the engine and wait for it to cool; - re-tension the belt to the prescribed value.

• If incorrect tension values are found, proceed as follows:

1. Loosen the power steering pump screws.
2. Acting on the micrometric tensioner, reset the correct belt tensioning.

• Tighten the power steering pump tightening screws.