Engine Cooling System: Adjustments Suzuki Vitara I

Cooling Fan Belt Tension Check & Adjustment

Scheme 8

Scheme 9

1. Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanliness. If it is necessary to replace belt. See «COOLING FAN BELT REMOVAL & INSTALLATION»(ref-179488-S23370199562005070800000) .
2. Check belt for tension. Belt is in proper tension when it deflects 5 to 7 mm (0.20 - 0.28 in.) under thumb pressure (about 10 kg or 22 lb). Cooling fan belt tension (as deflection / 10 kg (22 lbs)) "a": 5 - 7 mm (0.20 - 0.28 in.) NOTE: When replacing belt with a new one, adjust belt tension to 4 - 5 mm (0.16 - 0.20 in.).
3. If belt is too tight or too loose, adjust it as follows: Loosen adjusting bolt (1) and pivot bolt (2). Tighten adjusting bolt (1) keeping fan belt in proper tension by tightening tension bolt (3) with wrench as shown in figure. Tighten adjusting bolt (1) and pivot bolt (2) to specified torque. Tightening torque Cooling fan pulley adjusting bolt (a): 45 N.m (4.5 kg-m, 32.5 lb-ft) Cooling fan pulley pivot bolt (a): 45 N.m (4.5 kg-m, 32.5 lb-ft)
4. Connect negative cable at battery terminal.

Scheme 10

1. Disconnect negative (-) cable at battery.
2. Loosen adjusting bolt (1) and pivot bolt (2).
3. Slacken belt by displacing fan pulley.
4. Remove cooling fan. Just detach the fan / clutch from fan pulley.
5. Remove cooling fan belt (3).