Montero Sport ES 2WD L4-2.4L SOHC (1999)
Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection
A/C
Drive Belt Tension and Adjustment
Air Conditioning Compressor Drive Belt Tension Check And Adjustment
1. Check if the belt tension is within the standard value using one of the methods below.
Standard value:
<When using scan tool (MUT-II)>
With your finger lightly tap the center of the belt between the pulleys in the location shown by the arrow in the illustration and then measure the belt
vibration frequency.
NOTE: For information regarding the vibration frequency measurement method using the scan tool (MUT-II), refer to Drive Belt; Alternator; Testing
and Inspection.
<When not using scan tool (MUT-II)>
Apply 98 N (22 lbs.) of pressure against the location between the pulleys shown by the arrow in the illustration and then measure the deflection.
2. If the tension or deflection is outside the standard value, adjust by the following procedure.
1. Loosen the tension pulley fixing nut.
2. Adjust the amount of belt deflection using adjusting bolt.
3. Tighten fixing nut.
CAUTION: Check after turning the crankshaft once or more clockwise.
4. Check the belt deflection amount and tension, and readjust if necessary.