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Section 10 (Power Steering General Servicing): Service

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BELT TENSION (Tension in Lbs. (Kg.) using Strand Tension Gauge)

Application New Belt Used Belt
5/16" Belt 80 Max. (36 Max.) 50 Min. (23 Min.)
3/8" Belt 140 Max. (63 Max.) 70 Min. (32 Min.)
15/32" Belt 165 Max. (75 Max.) 90 Min. (41 Min.)