Vitara JLS (4Dr) 2WD L4-2.0L (2000)
[J20 ENGINE]
1. Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanliness.
2. Check belt for tension. Belt is in proper tension when it deflects 5 to 7 mm (0.20 - 0.27 inch) under thumb pressure (about 10 kg or 22 lb.).
Belt tension "a":
5 - 7 mm (0.20 - 0.27 inch)
as deflection/10 kg (22 lbs)
NOTE: When replacing belt with a new one, adjust belt tension to 4 - 5 mm (0.16 - 0.20 inch).
3. If belt is too tight or too loose, adjust it as follows:
1. Loosen adjusting bolt and pivot bolt.
2. Tighten adjusting bolt during Keeping fan belt in proper tension by tightening tension bolt with wrench as shown in figure.
3. Tighten adjusting bolt and pivot bolt to specified torque.
Tightening Torque (a): 45 Nm (4.5 kg-m, 32.5 ft. lbs.)
4. Connect negative cable at battery terminal.