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Craftsman Marine CM4.65 / CM4.80 — Tensioning the V-belt

Adjustments · V-belt / alternator

For the Craftsman Marine CM4.65 / CM4.80, from the Craftsman Marine owner's manual.

Applies to: Hyundai CM4.65 engine, Hyundai CM4.80 engine

Before you start

  • Only check the V-belt when the engine is not running

Procedure

  1. Loosen both bolts of the alternator.
  2. Tension the belt by pushing the alternator outward.
  3. Tighten the upper bolt of the alternator first.
  4. Thereafter tighten the support and the lower bolt of the alternator.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • V-belt deflection no more than 12 mm with about 10 kg force

Source: Craftsman Marine owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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