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Generator: Adjustments Mercury Villager II

Tension Adjustment

Raise and support vehicle. Remove engine splash shield. Install suitable tension gauge. Loosen generator-to-bracket mounting bolts. Tighten adjusting bolt while observing tension gauge. See DRIVE BELT TENSION SPECIFICATIONS table. Tighten all fasteners.

ApplicationTension Lbs. (kg)
New Belt151-170 (68-77)
Used Belt125-144 (57-65)

DRIVE BELT TENSION SPECIFICATIONS

Deflection Adjustment

Allow engine to cool at least 30 minutes before checking adjustment. Apply 22 lbs. (10 kg) force to generator belt midway between generator pulley and crankshaft pulley. With force applied, deflection should be within specification. See DRIVE BELT DEFLECTION SPECIFICATIONS table.

ApplicationIn. (mm)
New Belt.26-.30 (6.5-7.5)
Used Belt.30-.34 (7.5-8.5)

DRIVE BELT DEFLECTION SPECIFICATIONS