A/C Belt Deflection

TENSION SPECIFICATIONS
Deflection:
New Belt: 5.0-5.5 mm (0.197-0.217 inch)
Used Belt: 6.0-7.0 mm (0.236-0.276 inch)
Inspection: 8.0 mm (0.315 inch)


NOTE: Apply 100 N (12 lbs.) force to the belt back midway between the pulleys, measure the amount of deflection.