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Ford LSG 875 — Drive Belt Tension Adjustment

Adjustments · Alternator/fan drive belt

For the Ford LSG 875, from the Ford service manual.

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Procedure

  1. Install belt tension tool on drive belt and check tension.
  2. If adjustment is necessary, loosen alternator mounting bolts and adjusting arm bolts.
  3. Move alternator toward or away from engine until correct tension is obtained; remove gauge.
  4. Tighten alternator adjusting arm bolt and mounting bolts.
  5. Install tension gauge and recheck belt tension.

Tools required

  • Belt tension gauge T63L-8620-A Amazon

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Specs & values

  • Drive belt tension new 140 lbs; used 100 lbs (any belt operated over 10 minutes)

Source: Ford service 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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