Civic LX Sedan L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC MFI (1998)
Drive Belt: 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 the deflection or
tension to used belt values.
Deflection [1]:
With Used Belt .............................................................................................................................................................. 10.5 - 14.0 mm (0.41 - 0.55 inch)
With New Belt ................................................................................................................................................................ 7.5 - 10.0 mm (0.30 - 0.39 inch)
Tension [2]:
With Used Belt ................................................................................................................................................ 340 - 490 N (35 - 50 kgf, 77 - 110 ft. lbs.)
With New Belt ............................................................................................................................................... 640 - 780 N (65 - 80 kgf, 143 - 176 ft. lbs.)
[1] With 98 N (10 kgf, 22 ft. lbs.) between pulleys.
[2] Measured with belt tension gauge.
