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Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Accessory Drive

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

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 Serpentine Drive Belt with Chunks of Rib Missing