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Mazda Millenia L V6-2.5L DOHC (1997)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Drive Belt: Specifications (page 3 of 5)

Make
Mazda
Model
Millenia L
Engine
V6-2.5L DOHC
Year
1997
Section
Drive Belt
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 3 of 5
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Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection

INSPECTION  

1. Check the drive belt deflection when the engine is cold, or at least 30 minutes after the engine has stopped. Apply moderate pressure 98 N (22

lbs.) midway between the specified pulleys.

2. If the deflection is not within the specification, adjust drive belt.

Drive Belt Tension Check 

1. Belt tension can be checked in place of belt deflection. Check the drive belt tension when the engine is cold, or at least 30 minutes after the engine

has stopped. Using the Special Service Tool (SST), check the belt tension between any two pulleys.

2. If the tension is not within the specification, adjust drive belt. 

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