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Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection

Drive Belt Inspection

1. Inspect the belt for cracks and damage. If the belt is cracked or damaged, replace it.




2. Check that the auto-tensioner indicator (A) is within the standard range (B) as shown. If it is out of the standard range, replace the drive belt. After you inspected or replaced the drive belt, go to step 3.
3. If the maintenance minder required to inspect the drive belt, reset the maintenance minder, and this procedure is complete. If the maintenance minder did not require to inspect the drive belt, go to step 4.
4. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).
5. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
6. Select BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
7. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGES MENU with the HDS.
8. Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
9. Select MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM 2 RESET with the HDS.