Universal Engine Belt Tension Tester
Model
KA-7656
Specification:
- This tool is designed to be used to ensure tension on the engine belt of cars.
- Special design to easily check the proper tension of belt.
- Suitable for all common types of engine belt. Such the timing, ribbed, tooth and V-belt.
Test procedure:
- Turn off the engine completely..
- Be aware of the high temperature of engine. Wear the safety gloves to protect your hands when re-installing the engine belt and tightening it or just randomly checking.
- Place the tester on appropriate position of the engine belt.
- One hand holds the tester body. Another hand rotates handle until end contacts the surface of belt.
- Looks at the beginning point of gauge then slowly rotates handle down and down. The belt will be tightened more and more until the belt is pushed down 5mm (1/4”) to 10mm (1/2”). Please refer to service manual.
- Check the belt tension again and adjust it as needed
- After making sure the belt tension, release the handle and remove the tester from belt.
- In most cases and on most vehicles, belt tension should be checked every service.