Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Belt Deflection

Air Conditioning
Deflection, Inches [01]
New 0.16-0.22
Used 0.26-0.31

Alternator
Deflection, Inches [01]
New 0.35-0.45
Used 0.55-0.65

Power Steering
Deflection, Inches [01]
New 0.41-0.49
Used 0.57-0.67

[01] -- Measured using 22 ft. lbs. force.