Volvo Penta — Adjusting/changing drive belts
Maintenance · Drive belt system
From a Volvo Penta operator's manual covering: IPS 350, IPS 450, IPS 500. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Volvo Penta IPS 350, Volvo Penta IPS 450, Volvo Penta IPS 500
Procedure
- Undo bolts on tensioning roller bracket.
- Remove and change belt if necessary.
- Tension belt to 70 Nm on tensioning roller square fitting.
- Secure tensioning roller with bolts torqued to 50 Nm.
- When warm, undo bolts and repeat belt tensioning procedure.
Specs & values
- Belt tension 70 Nm
- Tensioning roller bolts 50 Nm
Full service-parts list: Volvo Penta IPS 450 →
Source: Volvo Penta operator'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.