DRIVE BELT ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT

   1. 

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

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

      • The V-ribbed belt is cracked.

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

      • The V-ribbed belt has chunks missing from the ribs.

   2. 

      Check that the V-ribbed belt fits properly in the ribbed grooves.

      Table 1. Text in Illustration

      *a	CORRECT
      *b	INCORRECT

      Tip:

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

2. INSPECT V-RIBBED BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY

   1. Remove the V-ribbed belt (Click here).

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

      Tip:

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

   3. Install the V-ribbed belt (Click here).