1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" 90 LV 125C, 130, 200, 225, 250 Service Manual, P/N 507128, Page 388Get this manual

1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" 90 LV 125C, 130, 200, 225, 250 Service Manual, P/N 507128, Page 388

Belt Tension Procedure 1Be sure drive belt is in good condition and correctly routed Belt must engage all pulley grooves

2Idler housing pivot screws must be loosened slightly3Set adjustment rod for belt tension of 25-30 pounds
[] 4Verify belt tension using OMC Gauge, PIN 984850, midway between the idler and flywheel pulleysBelt tension is correct when the plunger is flush with the end of the handle 5Start engine and run it at 800 RPM for two minutesStop engine and repeat Steps and 4