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Drive Belt: Testing and Inspection

Drive Belt Inspection

J35A9 engine
1. Inspect the belt for cracks and damaged. 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.

J35Z1 engine
1. Inspect the belt for cracks and damaged. If the belt is cracked or damaged, replace it.




2. Check that the auto-tensioner indicator (A) on the oil pump is not beyond the edge of the indicator rib (B) on the auto-tensioner. If the pointer is beyond the indicator rib, replace the indicator rib, replace the drive belt.