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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2002ACCENT GL, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALTIMING BELTENGINE MECHANICAL SYSTEM (DOHC 1.6L)GENERALADJUSTING DRIVE BELT TENSIONNOTES
2002 Hyundai Accent GL, Automatic
Adjusting Drive Belt Tension: Notes
2002 Hyundai Accent GL, AutomaticSECTION Notes
- Check that the belts are not damaged and are properly fit for the pulley grooves.
- Apply 100 N (22 lbs.) force to the back and midway portion of the belt between the pulleys as shown in the illustration, measure the amount of deflection with a tension gauge.
CAUTION:
- When installing the V-ribbed belt, check that the V-ribs are properly aligned.
- If noise or slippage is detected, check the belt for wear, damage, or breakage on the pulley contact surface, and check the pulley for scoring. Also check the amount that the belt is deflected.
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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.