Accent GS Coupe L4-1495cc 1.5L SOHC MFI (1999)
Standard value
3. If the measured specification is not within the specification, adjust it.
Type A tension gauge
Do not let the dial section of the tension gauge contact other objects during measurement.
Type B tension gauge
1. When measuring, be sure to turn reset button in the arrow direction to set the gauge needle to the RESET position.
2. If the tension gauge is removed from the belt, the needle will still indicate the tension, Read the tension after removing the gauge.
CAUTION: Following cautions should be observed while checking or adjusting belt tension.
1) Do not depend on your hand or finger feelings as these are not accurate and result in belt slip and/or slip noise. Always use the tension gauge.
2) Be sure to adjust belt tension to the specification.
3) If the belt tension is checked after tightening the adjustment screw (or bolt) only, tension can be varied while tightening the mounting bolt (or
nut).
So, checking be of the belt tension should be done after tightening both the adjustment screw (or bolt) and the mounting bolt (or nut)