Tension Gauge Procedure
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Belts should be adjusted to proper tension using belt tension gauge. See appropriate BELT ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS table. Some models may be equipped with an automatic belt tensioner. Ensure serpentine belts are routed properly.
4-CYLINDER BELT ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application |
New Belt - Lbs. (kg) |
Used Belt - Lbs. (kg) |
| Neon (2.0L) |
| A/C & Pwr. Steering |
|
|
| Generator |
135 (61) |
70 (32) |
| PT Cruiser (2.0 & 2.4L) |
| A/C & Pwr. Steering |
|
|
| Generator |
135 (61) |
100 (45) |
| Sebring Coupe & Stratus Coupe (2.4L) |
| Water Pump & Generator |
176-220 (80-100) |
99-121 (45-55) |
| A/C &/Or Power Steering |
143-187 (65-85) |
99-121 (45-55) |
| Sebring Convertible, Sebring Sedan & Stratus Sedan (2.0L & 2.4L) |
| A/C & Generator |
|
|
| Power Steering |
120-180 (54-82) |
70-115 (32-52) |
V6 BELT ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application |
New Belt - Lbs. (kg) |
Used Belt - Lbs. (kg) |
| Concorde & Intrepid (2.7L) |
| A/C |
|
|
| Generator & Power Steering |
180-200 (78-91) |
120 (54) |
| Sebring Convertible, Sebring Sedan & Stratus Sedan (2.7L) |
| A/C & Generator |
150 (68) |
80 (36) |
| Power Steering |
130 (59) |
80 (36) |
| Sebring Coupe & Stratus Coupe (3.0L) |
| A/C & Generator |
110-132 (50-60) |
66-86 (30-39) |
| P/S |
143-187 (65-85) |
99-121 (45-55) |
| Prowler (3.5L) |
| A/C |
180-200 (78-91) |
150 (68) |
| Generator & Power Steering |
180-200 (78-91) |
150 (68) |
| Concorde, Intrepid & 300M (3.5L) |
| A/C |
150-170 (68-77) |
120 (54) |
| Generator & Power Steering |
180-200 (78-91) |
120 (54) |