BELT ADJUSTMENT
Tensioners may be used to automatically adjust belt tension to specification. Tensioners may contain a belt-wear indicator. (Scheme 1) Check belt for fraying. If fraying exists, ensure belt and tensioner are properly aligned. (Scheme 2) If tensioner reaches travel limit, as indicated by marks on tensioner, replace belt. On vehicles without tensioners, ensure belt tension is within specification. See BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS table.
| Application | New Belt | (2) Used Belt |
|---|
| Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car | (3) | (3) |
| (1) Tension is measured in lbs. (kg) using tension gauge. (2) Any belt in operation for at least 10 minutes. (3) Belt tension is automatically adjusted by tensioner. |
| (1) | Tension is measured in lbs. (kg) using tension gauge. |
| (2) | Any belt in operation for at least 10 minutes. |
| (3) | Belt tension is automatically adjusted by tensioner. |
BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS (1)
Scheme 1
Note. Models not shown use conventional belts.
Scheme 2
Scheme 3
