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Specifications & Procedures

BELT ADJUSTMENT

Application (1) Deflection New Belt - In. (mm) (1) Deflection Used Belt - In. (mm)
Lancer
2.0L
A/C & P/S .26-.33 (6.7-8.5) .41-.46 (10.3-11.8)
Generator .26-.33 (6.7-8.5) .41-.47 (10.5-12.0)
2.4L (2) (2)
Lancer Evolution (3) (3)
Lancer Sportback (2) (2)
(1) With 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied on longest belt run midway between pulleys. See Figure-Figure .
(2) Automatic belt tensioner is used. Belt tension adjustment is not required. If indicator mark is not within "A" area shown in illustration, replace belt. See Fig 1.
(3) Automatic belt tensioner is used. Belt tension adjustment is not required. If indicator mark is not within "A" area shown in illustration, replace belt. See Fig 2.
Fig 1: Checking Drive Belt Tension (Lancer 2.4L & Lancer Sportback)
G00244869Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
Fig 2: Checking Drive Belt Tension (Lancer Evolution)
G00244872Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
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