Alternator drive belt - with air conditioning - adjust (Electrical)
- Make
- MG
- Model
- TF Factory Workshop Manual
- Year
- 2002–2005
- Section
- Adjustments › Alternator drive belt - with air conditioning - adjust
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ElectricalAlternator drive belt - with air conditioning - adjust
- Loosen 2 alternator clamp bolts.
CAUTION: Ensure that bolts are loosened sufficiently for alternator to move freely.
- Turn adjustment bolt in a clockwise direction to increase belt tension.
CAUTION: Do not apply excessive torque to adjusting bolt or damage to bolt will result. If bolt appears to be seized or is difficult to turn, apply suitable anti-seize lubricant to bolt.
- Check belt tension and re-adjust if necessary.
- Tighten clamp bolts to 45 Nm.
- Tighten adjustment bracket bolt to 25 Nm.
- Position closing panel to body and secure with scrivets and Torx screw.
- Fit road wheel(s), fit wheel nuts and tighten in a diagonal sequence to 70 Nm.
- Remove stand(s) and lower vehicle.
- Connect battery earth lead.
ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT - WITH AIR CONDITIONING - ADJUST
Service repair no - 86.10.05/20
Check
- Disconnect battery earth lead.
- Raise rear of vehicle.
WARNING: Support on safety stands.
- Remove road wheel(s).
- Remove 2 scrivets and Torx screw securing closing panel.
- Remove closing panel.
- Check condition of drive belt. Renew a drive belt that shows signs of wear and splitting.
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