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TM 5-4320-305-24
2-25. ADJUST/REPLACE V-BELTS
This task covers:
a. Removal/Inspection
c. Adjustment
b. Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment
Condition
Shop equipment, automotive maintenance
Para
Condition Description
and repair, common no. 1
Engine shut down and cool.
Tool kit, general mechanics automotive
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Intake duct, right and left side
panels, and rear bottom panel
removed.
REMOVAL/INSPECTION:
WARNING
Severe injury may result from contact with rotating engine parts, V-belts, or fan. Shut off the
engine when it is necessary to inspect, service, or perform maintenance on any moving parts.
Close control panel to prevent accidental starting.
1 Carefully push idler pulley (1) toward engine
centerline until slack in cooling air blower V-belt (2)
is sufficient to allow V-belt removal.
2 Inspect cooling air blower V-belt (2) for worn or
frayed edges and for brittle, cracked, or broken
rubber. Replace worn or damaged belt.
3 Loosen bolts(3 and 4). Carefully push alternator
(5) toward engine centerline until slack in alternator
V-belt (6) is sufficient to allow V-belt removal.
4 Inspect alternator V-belt (6) for worn or frayed
edges and for brittle, cracked, or broken rubber.
Replace worn or damaged belt.
NOTE
If either V-belt is damaged, both must be replaced as a set.
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