Pump Belt Inspection And Adjustment - Honda 2004 Odyssey Service Manual

Power Steering

Pump Belt Inspection and Adjustment

Special Tools Required
• Belt tension gauge set 07JGG-001000A
• Belt tension gauge 07JGG-001010A
Belt Tension Gauge Method
Inspection
1. Attach the belt tension gauge to the belt with the
gauge face toward the engine, and measure the
tension of the belt. Follow the manufacture's
instructions. If the belt is worn or damaged, replace
it.
NOTE: Remove the belt tension gauge carefully to
avoid hitting the gauge reset lever.
Tension:
Used Belt: 390 540 N (40 55 kgf, 88 120 lbf)
New Belt: 740 880 N (75 90 kgf, 170 200 lbf)
2. If you installed a new belt, run the engine for
5 minutes, then readjust the belt to the used belt
specifications.
17-12
07JGG-001000A or
07JGG-001010A
Adjustment
3. Loosen the power steering pump mounting nut (A)
and bolt (B).
B
24 N·m
(2.4 kgf·m,
17 lbf·ft)
A
24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 17 lbf·ft)
4. Turn the adjusting nut (C) to get the proper belt
tension, then retighten the mounting nut and bolt.
5. Start the engine and turn the steering wheel from
lock-to-lock several times, then stop the engine and
recheck the tension of the belt.
C