Serpentine belt adjustment

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07-25-2008 | 09:50 PM

oldgraymule

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Serpentine belt adjustment

What is the correct free play adjustment on the serpentine belt. I have a 1989 Cherokee 4.0 engine with an alternator, A/C and power steering. I have a shop manual, but not the tool that they use to get the adjustment. I usually push down on the belt between the idler pulley and the power steering pump to get my adjustment. Thanks

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07-25-2008 | 09:55 PM

XJ Stryker

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From: Smiths Station, Al

Year: 87

Model: Wagoneer

Engine: 4.0 I6

I have no tools, I do the twist method, If you can turn it past 90' it is too loose, if you cna't turn it too 90' it is too tight... 90' is just right.

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07-26-2008 | 12:14 AM

Kyle

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Originally Posted by XJ Stryker

I have no tools, I do the twist method, If you can turn it past 90' it is too loose, if you cna't turn it too 90' it is too tight... 90' is just right.

I also use this method and have yet to encounter a problem.

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