DRIVE BELT ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT

    Tech Tips

    Check only when reused.


    1. B000X99

      Check the fan and generator V belt for wear, cracks or other signs of damage.

      If any of the following defects is found, replace the fan and generator V belt.


      • The fan and generator V belt is cracked.

      • The fan and generator V belt is worn to the extent that the cords are exposed.

      • The fan and generator V belt has chunks missing from the ribs.

    2. B000WTDC14
      *a Correct
      *b Incorrect

      Check that the fan and generator V belt fits properly in the ribbed grooves.

      Tech Tips

      Check by hand to confirm that the fan and generator V belt has not slipped out of the grooves on the bottom of the pulley. If it has slipped out, replace the fan and generator V belt. Install a new fan and generator V belt correctly.

  2. INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY


    1. Check that nothing is caught in the V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly by turning it clockwise and counterclockwise.

      If a malfunction exists, replace the V-ribbed belt tensioner assembly.