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Drive Belts
If any drive belts or pulleys need replacement or drive belt tension needs adjustment, see your Authorized Mer-
Cruiser Dealer.
INSPECTION
WARNING
Make sure engine is shut off and ignition key is removed before inspecting belts or pulleys.
IMPORTANT: Observe the following drive belt and pulley guidelines:
• Do not use belt dressing.
• Replace a belt if worn, cracked, grease or oil soaked. Always check condition of remaining belts.
• When replacing a belt, the pulley alignment must be checked under tensioned condition (brackets securely
clamped). A misalignment that can be detected by visual inspection is detrimental to the belt performance.
• If a belt is disturbed for any reason, it must be correctly tensioned prior to operation.
• Replace pulleys if worn, or clean if still suitable for service.
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TENSION
1 All drive belts must be periodically inspected for tension and condition.
Inspect the serpentine belt for the following:
• Power Steering Pump
• Alternator
• Circulating Pump
Inspect the V-belt for the following:
• Seawater Pump
• Vacuum Pump (If So Equipped)
2 Check belt tension by depressing upper strand of belt at midpoint between the pulleys on the longest span.
If there is more than1/2 inch (13 mm) deflection for the V-belt, or 3/16 inch (5 mm) deflection for the serpentine
belt, see your Authorized MerCruiser Dealer to have the tension adjusted.
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REPLACEMENT
NOTE: During belt replacement, do not force belt(s) into pulley grooves by prying with a screwdriver, pry bar,
etc. This will damage belt side cords which will cause belt(s) to turn over in pulley grooves and result in complete
destruction of belt(s).
Alternator Belt
3 Loosen mounting bolt and tensioning bolt. Move alternator. Remove old belt and install new belt. Adjust belt
tension. When tension is correct, retighten all fasteners securely.
Seawater Pump Belt
4 Loosen mounting bolt and tensioning bolt. Move seawater pump. Remove old belt and install new belt. Adjust
belt tension. When tension is correct, retighten all fasteners securely.
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