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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.
    G13280497Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    G13280498Courtesy 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.
    G13280499Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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