Operation Manual

Workshop maintenance
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AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR
DRIVE BELT
V8 engine
Check the belt deflection with thumb pressure,
mid-way between the compressor and
fan/water pump pulley. Movement should be
approximately 4 mm to 6 mm (0.16 to 0.25
in). If adjustment is necessary;
• Turn the starter switch to position ’0’ and
disconnect the battery negative lead.
• Slacken the two compressor mounting
bracket clamp bolts (3).
• Slacken the pivot bolt (4) in the centre of
the bracket.
• Move the compressor towards/away from
the engine, to decrease/increase the
tension as required.
WARNING
DO NOT lever, or apply pressure to the
compressor, as this could cause permanent
damage.
• Tighten the clamp bolts (3).
• Tighten the pivot bolt (4).
• Check tension.
• Connect the battery, run the engine for five
minutes at a fast idle and then switch off.
• Re-check the belt tension.