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179Car care and technical information
Drive belts
The alternator is situated on the right-hand
side of the engine, adjacent to the bulkhead.
It is driven via a Poly-Vee-belt from the
crankshaft pulley.
The Poly-Vee-belt also drives the water
pump, the A/C compressor and the steering
servo pump.
The belt tension is critical and is adjusted
automatically by the belt tensioner.
See also page 47, ”Warning, charging”.
WARNING
• Keep hands and clothing well clear of
drive belts when engine is running.
• Always stop engine before inspecting
drive belts.
NOTE
Serious damage can be done to the car’s
electrical system if an alternator lead is
disconnected while the engine is running.
IB542
Routing of the Poly-Vee-belt:
4-cylinder engine with A/C
IB543
Routing of the Poly-Vee-belt:
V6 engine with A/C