Operation Manual

Workshop maintenance
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FAN BELT
V8 engine (with air conditioning)
On vehicles fitted with air conditioning, a
tensioner pulley is fitted. Check the belt
deflection with thumb pressure, mid-way
between the fan and crankshaft pulleys, on the
side opposite the tensioner 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 tensioner pulley pinch bolt (2).
• Move the pulley to the left/right to
increase/decrease tension.
• Tighten the pulley pinch bolt.
• Connect the battery, run the engine for five
minutes at a fast idle and then switch off.
• Re-check the belt tension.