DRIVE BELT ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CHECK V-RIBBED BELT

1. 

   Check the belt for wear, cracks or other signs of damage.

   If any of the following defects is found, replace the V-ribbed belt.

   
   

   • The belt is cracked.

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

   • The belt has chunks missing from the ribs.

   Table 1. Text in Illustration

   *a

   INCORRECT

2. 

   Check that the belt fits properly in the ribbed grooves.

   Tip:

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

   Table 2. Text in Illustration

   *a	CORRECT
   *b	INCORRECT