ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Page H-5
Repair and Service Manual
Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings
Alternator Belt Tension
A loose belt can cause audible vibration and
squeal.
Tool List
Qty. Required
Ratchet, 3/8" drive....................................................... 1
Socket, 1/2", 3/8" drive................................................ 1
Socket, 3/4", 3/8" drive................................................ 1
Wrench, 1/2" ............................................................... 2
Wrench, 3/4" ............................................................... 1
Belt tension gauge ...................................................... 1
Pry bar ........................................................................ 1
The alternator belt tension should be checked after the
first 15-20 hours of operation and set to 75-80 lbs (34-36
kg).
Tighten a new alternator belt to 90-110 lbs. (41-50 kg)
tension when a gauge is applied half way between the
two pulleys (Ref Fig. 10 on page H-5).
Although not as accurate, the belt may be depressed
with a finger. A maximum deflection of 3/8" (1 cm) is
acceptable for a new belt (Ref Fig. 11 on page H-5).
Re-tighten an existing belt to 75-80 lbs. (34-36 kg) ten-
sion using the same technique. A maximum deflection of
1/2" (1.3 cm) is acceptable.
Adjusting Belt Tension
Loosen front and back pivot bolts (item 1) of alternator
(Ref Fig. 12 on page H-5).
Loosen adjusting bolt (item 2). Use pry bar to adjust ten-
sion on alternator belt. Hold alternator (item 3) in place
and tighten adjusting bolt (item 2).
Tighten pivot bolts (item 1) per torque specification table
given below.
Fig. 9 Air Cleaner
Fig. 10 Checking Belt Tension with Gauge
Air Cleaner
Cover
Air Cleaner
Canister
Paper Filter
Element
Clip
Fig. 11 Checking Belt Tension with Finger
Fig. 12 Adjusting the Belt Tension
ITEM NO
TORQUE SPECIFICATION
1
25 ft. lbs. (35 Nm)
3/8" (1 cm) Max. Deflection for New Belt
1/2" (1.3 cm) Max. Deflection for Existing
Belt
2
1
3
Summary of Contents for ST 4X4
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Page 10: ...Repair and Service Manual SAFETY INFORMATION Page viii Notes...
Page 12: ...GENERAL INFORMATION ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Page A ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 24: ...SAFETY Page B ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 34: ...BODY AND TRUCKBED Page C ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 50: ...BRAKES Page D ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 68: ...CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION CVT Page E ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 74: ...DIRECTION AND DRIVE SELECTOR Page F ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 80: ...ELECTRICAL Page G ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 114: ...FRONT SUSPENSION AND STEERING Page J ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 128: ...FUEL SYSTEM Page K ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 136: ...PAINT Page L ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 142: ...REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION Page M ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 152: ...SPEED CONTROL Page N ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 160: ...TROUBLESHOOTING Page P ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 168: ...WHEELS AND TIRES Page R ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 174: ...GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Page S ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 180: ...LIMITED WARRANTY Page T ii Repair and Service Manual Notes...
Page 182: ...Page T 2 Repair and Service Manual LIMITED WARRANTY Notes...