Inspection of the Belt Tension

Spring-Tension Type

On belts equipped with a spring tensioner, the belt tension is automatically adjusted. Check that the tensioner is holding tension on the belt by inserting the end of a breaker bar in the 1/2-inch square hole on the forward face of the tensioner, and rotating the tensioner down, away from the belt. When the breaker bar is slowly released, the tensioner should return to its original position. If not, see General Information, Cummins ISB Series Engine of the Shuttle Bus Chassis Workshop Manual for replacement instructions, or take the vehicle to an authorized Freightliner dealer.