944 S L4-2479cc 2.5L DOHC (1987)
Technical Service Bulletin # 18715
Date: 870710
Toothed Drive Belts - Diagnosing Condition
Subject:
Diagnosing Condition of
Toothed Drive Belts
Model
924S, 944 944S, 944 Turbo
Group
1
Part Identifier
1381-1524
Number
8715
July 10, 1987
The following information is intended to aid the technician in diagnosing the condition of the toothed drive belts for the cam and balance shafts.
Part A discusses belt adjustment procedures.
Part B contains some general hints that apply to all toothed drive belts.
Part C illustrates some different types of toothed belt damage and how to correct the cause.
Belt Adjustment Procedures Information
Part A - Belt Adjustment Procedures
For engines up to model 1986 with tensioning roller, refer to Workshop Manual 944, Vo. 1, Page 15-3 or Technical Bulletin Group 1 No. 8601 dated
February 14, 1986 for belt adjusting procedure and specifications. Always use special tool 9201 when adjusting the toothed belts.
The procedure for engines from Model 1987 with mechanical tensioner are found in Technical Bulletin Group 1, No. 8620 dated October 13, 1986 and
in the 944S servicing, assembling and adjusting guide WKD 493 521.