TM 5-3825-230-14&P
4-56.
ALTERNATOR BELT REPLACEMENT.
This task covers:
a.
Removal
b.
Installation
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Equipment Condition
Tool Kit, General Mechanic's: Automotive
TM or Para
Condition Description
Para 3-5
Right side access cover
Materials/Parts
opened.
Alternator belt
a.
Removal
(1)
Loosen screw (1) on mounting ear (2) using a
1/2 in. open end wrench.
(2)
Loosen nut (3) using a ratchet and 3/4 in.
socket.
(3)
Pivot alternator (4) and remove belt (5).
b.
Installation.
(1)
Install belt (5) on alternator (4), and pivot
alternator away from engine until thumb
pressure at center of belt causes approximately
1/2 in. (13 mm) deflection.
(2)
Tighten screw (1) to 24 Ib-ft (33 Nm) using a
torque wrench and 1/2 in. socket.
(3)
Tighten nut (3) using a ratchet and 3/4 in.
socket.
END OF TASK
NOTE
Follow-on maintenance: Close right access cover (para 3-5)
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