Belt slip will cause a/c to disengage after control button pushed within a few seconds.
The belt tensioner shock' is to stop viration of the belt.
It is preloaded by correct tension adjustment of the main belt tensioner just under the coolant pump.
Tensioner bushes fail often. Top through bolt is often found loose.
You may need to reset tensioner . There is a set proceedure to follow.
Caution = You can break the hook off the tension adjustment rod if you do not unlock the main tentioner bolt before setting the tension.
Tensioner rod thread is a REVERSE action. Turn to the left to loosen after loosening big through bolt 1/2 turn. Pointer should point to first graduation mark when fully slack.
Adjustment is made by turning adjustment to the 7th mark to preload the belt tensioner.
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Last edited by dkveuro; 07-23-2006 at 11:52 PM.
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