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1998 Acura 3.5RL Special Edition
Section 18 (Generators & Regulators): Adjustments
1998 Acura 3.5RL Special EditionSECTION Adjustments
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 Acura Integra and 1998 Acura 2.5TL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
BELT ADJUSTMENT(1)
| Application | Deflection - In. (mm) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A/C Compressor | |||||
| Used Belt | .30-.37 (7.5-9.5) | ||||
| New Belt | .20-.28 (5.0-5.7) | ||||
| Generator | |||||
| Used Belt | .35-.43 (9.0-11.0) | ||||
| New Belt | |||||
| B18C5 Engine | .24-.31 (6.0-8.0) | ||||
| Except B18C5 Engine | .28-.35 (7.0-7.9) | ||||
| Power Steering | |||||
| Used Belt | .45-.53 (11.5-13.5) | ||||
| New Belt | .31-.39 (8.0-10.0) | ||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.