TM 5-4320-302-14
4-27.
V-BELTS
This task covers:
a.
Removal
c.
Adjustment
b.
Replacement
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Tool kit, general mechanics automotive
NSN 5180-00-177-7033
Materials/Parts
V-belts
Troubleshooting References (Table 4-2)
Malfunction 1, step 3
Malfunction 5, step 2
Malfunction 7, step 2
Equipment
Condition
Para
Condition Description
Engine shut down and cool.
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V-belt guard removed
Special Environmental Conditions
Well-ventilated area required.
General Safety Instructions
WARNING
Severe injury may result from contact with rotating
engine parts, V-belts, or fan. Shut off the engine when it
is necessary to inspect, service, or perform maintenance
on any moving parts. Close control panel to prevent
accidental starting while V-belt guard is removed. If
necessary to run engine without V-belt guard, be sure
that area around V-belts is clear of personnel and
tooling.
Location/Item
Action
Remarks
REMOVAL
CAUTION
V-belts can only be replaced as a matched pair. Failure
to replace both V-belts may result in severe damage to
the engine.
1.
Alternator
Loosen hex bolt and screw. Carefully push alter-
and clamp-
nator toward engine centerline until slack in V-belts
ing plate
is sufficient to allow for V-belt removal.
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