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Using a sonic tension meter

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  1. Input the belt specifications into the tension meter.
    Belt type Location of measurement Input data
    M (Mass, g/m.rib) W (Width, rib) S (Span, mm)
    With A/C Crankshaft pulley to A/C compressor pulley 13.4 6 178.9
    Without A/C Idler to alternator pulley 13.4 6 Actual measurement value
    NOTE: Measurement of S (Span): Calculate average value after measuring the distance 3 - 4 times.
    Fig 1: Measuring Span Between Idler And Alternator Pulley
    G11822989Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    D: Idler

    d: Alternator pulley

    Fig 2: Locating Tension Meter
    G11822990Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Locate the micro phone (B) close to the center of belt span (A) and bounce the belt by finger 2 - 3 times. Read a value on the display.
Fig 3: Locating Center Of Belt Span And Micro Phone
G11822991Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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