15/10/2020
When installing an SBDS tensioner, it is important to follow the instructions found at install.gates.com or in the Gates app by scanning the QR code on the packaging. In this article, we highlight the key points of the installation procedure, focusing especially on the last tensioner pointer setting, which is crucial to ensure a uniform belt tension and avoid breakdowns. After all, a difference in tension between the tight side and the slack side of the belt will lead to peaks in belt tension, ultimately causing tooth shear and engine failure.
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