T100 Pickup 2WD V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE) (1996)
Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection
DRIVE BELT TENSION CHECK
Using a belt tension gauge, check the tension.
Belt tension gauge:
Nippondenso BTG-20 (95506 - 00020)
Borroughs No. BT-33 - 73F
Drive belt tension:
New Belt: 135-180 lbs.
Used Belt: 85-120 lbs.
NOTICE: After installing the belt, check that it fits properly in the ribbed grooves.
NOTE:
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"New belt" refers to a belt which has been less than five minutes on a running engine.
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"Used belt" refers to a belt which has been used on a running engine for five minutes or more.