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Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Accessory Drive

Inspection and Verification
1. Verify customer concern by running the engine.
2. Inspect the drive belt for chunking, fraying and wear.
3. Check the drive belt for correct routing.

Drive Belt Cracking/Chunking/Wear

V-Ribbed Belt With Cracks (Acceptable):





V Ribbed Serpentine Drive Belt With Cracks Across Ribs

V-Ribbed Belt With Chunks Of Rib Missing (Not Acceptable):





V Ribbed Belt With Chunks of Rib Missing