B
MAINTENANCE
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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A
new
belt may be checked manually. A maximum deflection of 3/8"
(10 mm) is acceptable. Tighten an
existing
belt to 75 - 80 lbs. (34 -
36 kg) tension using the same technique and inspect for cracking or
wear. A maximum deflection of 1/2" (13 mm) is acceptable.
Adjusting the Belt
Loosen the starter/generator pivot bolt.
While holding the lower adjusting nut with a wrench, loosen the upper
jam nut with another wrench. Move the lower nut up or down the
adjustment bolt until proper belt tension is achieved. Hold the lower
nut in place and tighten the upper jam nut against it.
Tighten the starter/generator pivot bolt.
BATTERY CLEANING
To decrease the risk of damage to vehicle or floor, neutralize acid before you spray the battery with water.
To decrease the risk of damage to the electrical components while cleaning, do not use a pressure washer.
Clean the battery according to the Periodic Service Schedule.
When you clean the battery case and terminals, do not use a water hose without neutralizing any acid deposits first. The
water hose moves the acid from the top of the battery to another area of the vehicle or storage facility, where it can cause
damage. After spraying the battery, a conductive residue remains on the battery and contributes to the discharge of the
battery.
To reduce the possibility of a battery explosion, do not use a metallic spray wand to clean the bat-
tery and keep all smoking materials, open flame or sparks away from the battery.
The correct cleaning method is to spray the top and sides of the battery with a solution of
baking soda and water. Apply this solution with a plastic spray bottle. The solution is 2
teaspoons (10 ml) sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) mixed with 1 quart (1 liter) of water.
Spray the solution on all metal components near the battery also.
Allow the solution to set a minimum of three minutes. Use a soft bristle brush or cloth to
clean the top of the battery to remove residue that can cause the discharge of the bat-
tery. Clean the area with low pressure clear water.
3/8" (1 cm) Maximum
Deflection (New Belt)
1/2" (1.3 cm) Maximum
Deflection (Existing Belt)
1 quart
(1 liter)
Clear Water
2 Teaspoons
(10 ml)
Sodium
Bicarbonate
(Baking Soda)
Plastic
Spray
Bottle
