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Generator Drive Belt

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  1. Remove the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Loosen generator installation bolt A and locknut B.
  3. Adjust the drive belt deflection and tension by turning adjusting bolt C to the specification.

    Drive belt deflection (with pressure of 98 N {10 kgf, 22 lbf}) 

    1. 4.5-5.0 mm {0.18-0.19 in} 

    Drive belt tension (when using the SST) 

    1. 519-666 N {53.0-67.9 kgf, 117-149 lbf} 
    Fig 1: Tightening Generator Bolt And Locknut
    G03701791Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Tighten generator installation bolt A and locknut B to the specified torque.

    Tightening torque 

    1. A: 38-51 N.m {3.9-5.2 kgf.m, 29-37 ft.lbf} 
    2. B: 20-30 N.m {2.1-3.0 kgf.m, 15-22 ft.lbf} 
  5. Crank the engine and measure the deflection and tension again. If not within the specification, repeat from Step  2 again.
  6. Install the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
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