1) What the “drive belt” does (theory)
- On MF 255/265/270/275/290 the common “drive” or V‑belt(s) transmit engine crankshaft torque to accessories: alternator, water pump/fan, and any driven accessories. The belt relies on friction in the V‑groove and correct tension/alignment to transmit torque without slip.
- Failure modes: wear/cracks, glazing, oil/grease contamination, stretched belt, pulley misalignment, seized bearing or damaged pulley, or incorrect tension. Symptoms: squeal under load, overheating (fan/water‑pump belt slipped), dead/slow charging (alternator belt slipped), visible glazing/cracking, or sudden breakage and loss of the driven function.

2) Safety and prep (why these matter)
- Park on level ground, engine off, key removed, parking brake on. Disconnect battery negative when working near alternator/terminals to avoid shorts.
- Allow engine/coolant to cool if you work around fan/water pump.
- Explain: safety prevents accidental crank/start or burns and protects electrical components during removal.

3) Tools and materials (why)
- Basic set: wrenches/sockets to loosen alternator mount and idler, screwdrivers, pry bar or long handled ratchet for tension leverage, new belt(s) correct size and profile, replacement pulleys/bearings if needed, rag and degreaser.
- Why: you need leverage to release tension, and a clean replacement belt sized for the pulley geometry to restore correct wrap and friction.

4) Diagnosis and inspection before removing belt (theory)
- Inspect the belt: sidewall cracks, longitudinal cracking, fraying, missing chunks, hard glazing (smooth, shiny), or oil contamination. Measure or compare belt width and cross‑section.
- Inspect pulleys/idlers: check for grooving wear, sharp edges, corrosion, scoring, and lateral play. Spin pulleys by hand; listen/feel for rough bearings.
- Check alignment: place straightedge along pulley faces; misalignment reduces contact and causes edge wear.
- Explain: identifying the root cause avoids replacing the belt repeatedly. A new belt on a worn or misaligned pulley will fail quickly.

5) Removal (ordered steps and why)
1. Remove belt guards/shrouds to access the belt.
2. Loosen alternator (or tensioner) mounting bolts slightly so the alternator or tensioning arm can move. On some MF models there’s an adjustable alternator mount plus a pivot bolt and a slotted adjustment arm.
3. Relieve tension and slip the belt off the smallest pulley first (often alternator) then others, or follow routing diagram.
- Theory: relieving tension protects the mounting and prevents forcing parts; removing from smallest pulley first avoids binding.

6) Inspect components with belt off (theory)
- Re‑spin water pump, alternator pulley, idlers: check for play, noise, roughness. Check shafts for wobble.
- Inspect keyways, fastening bolts, and bracket condition.
- Why: a defective bearing or seized component is often the reason for belt failure or squeal; replacing only the belt won’t stop subsequent failure.

7) Fit the new belt (ordered steps and why)
1. Confirm correct belt length and cross‑section; compare to old belt.
2. Route the belt following the factory diagram: around the crankshaft (largest), water pump/fan, alternator, idlers. Ensure the belt sits fully in the V‑groove; edges should not ride on flange.
3. Apply tension using the adjustment: move alternator/tensioner outward until correct tension is achieved and tighten pivot bolt snug, then tighten adjustment bolt to secure.
- Theory: correct routing and full seating maximize wrap angle and friction. Securing pivot then adjustment prevents slip and keeps tension stable.

8) Tension setting (how to evaluate, theory)
- If you have the MF shop spec, use the quoted deflection or tension value. If not, use a practical deflection test: at the longest span, apply moderate pressure (thumb or a specified force) and expect roughly 8–12 mm (about 1/3–1/2 inch) of belt deflection for short spans; longer spans require proportionally more deflection. Alternatively use a belt tension gauge for accuracy.
- Check for no more than slight side‑to‑side movement and no excessive sag.
- Why: too loose = slip and heat/glazing; too tight = excess load on bearings (premature bearing failure) and bracket distortion.

9) Final tightening and checks (ordered)
1. Tighten alternator pivot and adjustment bolts to secure position.
2. Verify pulley alignment and belt seating again.
3. Reinstall guards/shrouds.
4. Reconnect battery negative.
- Theory: proper tightening ensures position does not shift when engine runs. Guards protect operator and keep belt clean.

10) Test run and verification (ordered)
1. Start engine and observe belt at idle and under moderate load: listen for squeal, watch for wobble, and monitor charging voltage and coolant temperature.
2. Recheck tension after a short run: new belts may stretch slightly and require retightening.
3. Inspect for oil leaks or contaminants that could recontaminate the belt.
- Why: dynamic behavior can reveal issues not obvious statically. Retensioning prevents early failure.

11) How the repair fixes the fault (theory, succinct)
- Replacing a worn, glazed or cracked belt restores the frictional interface needed to transmit torque from the crank to driven accessories. Proper routing and tension restore correct wrap angle and contact pressure so torque is delivered without slip.
- If the problem was overheating or poor charging, a correct belt prevents slip at the water pump/fan or alternator, restoring coolant flow and generator speed/voltage.
- If the root cause was a bad pulley/bearing or misalignment, replacing or correcting those components eliminates abnormal belt loads that cause rapid wear and noise; thus the full repair prevents recurrence rather than masking the symptom.

12) Common post‑repair troubleshooting (brief)
- Squeal persists: check tension, alignment, contaminated belt, or a seized/rough pulley.
- Rapid wear/breakage: check for oil/grease contamination, sharp pulley edges, or bent brackets.
- Charging issues persist: check alternator bearings, pulley slipping, and electrical connections.

13) Model notes (short)
- The procedure is essentially the same across MF 255/265/270/275/290: loosen the alternator/tensioner, remove old belt, inspect pulleys, fit new belt, tension and test. Differences are only in bracket layouts and exact belt routing/length — always follow the belt routing stamped on the shroud or the shop manual for exact routing and any model‑specific tension specifications.

That’s the ordered, theory‑driven procedure — replace the belt, correct any damaged pulleys/bearings/alignment, set proper tension, and verify function so power transmission and accessory operation are restored.
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