Avenger V6-2.5L VIN N (1998)
Drive Belt: Specifications
Drive Belt (For generator and power steering oil pump)
Tension
When checked ............................................................................................................................................................. 440 - 540 N (99 - 121 lbs.)
When a new belt is installed ...................................................................................................................................... 642 - 838 N (143 - 187 lbs.)
When a used belt is installed ....................................................................................................................................... 440 - 540 N (99 - 121 lbs.)
Deflection <Reference value>
When checked ................................................................................................................................................... 11.5 - 12.5 mm (0.45 - 0.49 inch)
When a new belt is installed ................................................................................................................................ 9.0 - 10.5 mm (0.35 - 0.41 inch)
When a used belt is installed ............................................................................................................................. 11.5 - 12.5 mm (0.45 - 0.49 inch)
Drive belt (For A/C compressor)
Tension
When checked ............................................................................................................................................................... 295 - 385 N (66 - 86 lbs.)
When a new belt is installed ...................................................................................................................................... 490 - 590 N (110 - 132 lbs.)
When a used belt is installed ......................................................................................................................................... 295 - 385 N (66 - 86 lbs.)
Deflection
When checked ....................................................................................................................................................... 8.0 - 9.0 mm (0.32 - 0.35 inch)
When a new belt is installed .................................................................................................................................. 7.0 - 8.0 mm (0.28 - 0.32 inch)
When a used belt is installed ................................................................................................................................. 8.0 - 9.0 mm (0.32 - 0.35 inch)