DRIVE BELT ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION


  1. INSPECT FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT


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      Check the 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 belt is cracked.

      • The belt is worn out to the extent that the cords are exposed.

      • The belt has chunks missing from the ribs.

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      *a CORRECT
      *b INCORRECT

      Check that the belt fits properly in the ribbed grooves.

      Tech Tips

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

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      *1 Bracket Side Indicator
      *2 Arm Side Indicator
      *3 Fan and Generator V Belt
      *4 Tensioner

      Check that the tensioner indicator mark is within range A shown in the illustration.

      If the mark is not within range A, replace the fan and generator V belt.

  2. INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY


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      *a Turn

      Turn the pulley and check that the tensioner bearing moves smoothly and quietly.

      If necessary, replace the tensioner pulley.